An authentic Japanese restaurant located in San Francisco(Bay Area), California is seeking an Tempura Chef.
We welcome a highly skilled Tempura Chef specializing in Japanese Tempura omakase style to lead our culinary team
<Job Overview>
This role requires a chef who can seamlessly blend traditional Japanese tempura techniques with the creative, curated spirit
of omakase-style dining.
Be passionate about innovation, ingredient-driven cuisine, and delivering a refined, personalized guest experience.
<Job Duties>
• Guest Experience: Curate and execute intimate, multi–course tasting experiences with a deep focus on presentation, pacing, and personalization.
• Team Leadership: Manage, schedule, and mentor the kitchen team, promoting collaboration, precision, and culinary excellence.
• Quality Control: Ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen safety are consistently met.
• Supplier Relations: Source premium ingredients locally and internationally; establish relationships with specialty purveyors and farms.
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing trainings as scheduled.
• Cost Management: Oversee kitchen budgeting, inventory, portioning, and food cost efficiency.
• Innovation: Stay current on culinary trends and techniques; bring a modern, artistic touch to traditional Japanese dishes.
<Requirements>
• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef, preferably in fine dining or omakase-style settings at the Michelin-star level.
• Deep knowledge of traditional Japanese Tempura cuisine and techniques.
• Artistic culinary presentation skills and a refined palate.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Fluent in Japanese a plus.
• Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment.
• Valid manager level California Safe Food Handler Certification
•Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
【Keywords】
①Tempura Chef
②Executive Chef/Head Chef
③Japanese Cuisine
| 雇用形態Employment Status | Full Time(Exempt ) | |
| 募集職種Position | Tempura Chef | |
| 使用言語Language | English（Japanese is a plus) | |
| 勤務時間Working Hours | Working hours may vary | |
| 給与Salary | $80,000 – $95,000（DOE） | |
| 待遇・福利厚生Benefit |
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