Ramen Chef — Craft Authentic Bowls Daily

Join Sakura Ramen House in Chatswood with free meals!

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 + tips

Full-time, rotating shifts (10am-3pm or 4pm-10pm)

Paid training in Japan after 1 year

What You'll Do

Prepare authentic tonkotsu broth and tare from scratch daily

Cook and assemble ramen bowls to exact specifications during service

Manage noodle station, ensuring speed and quality under pressure

Maintain kitchen cleanliness and strict food safety standards

Train and guide junior kitchen staff in ramen preparation techniques

Assist with inventory checks and ingredient prep as needed

Collaborate with team to uphold Sakura’s high service standards

Your Team

You’ll join a tight-knit team of 8 kitchen and front-of-house staff, reporting directly to our Head Chef. We’re a family here, passionate about ramen and supporting each other.

Schedule & Pay

This full-time role includes rotating shifts (10am-3pm or 4pm-10pm) with weekend and public holiday work required—penalty rates apply as per award. Overtime is paid for any hours beyond your rostered shifts. Pay progression and bonuses are reviewed quarterly based on performance.

Requirements

Must Have Required

2+ years of experience in ramen or Japanese kitchens
Valid food safety certificate
Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
Availability to work weekends and rotating shifts
Strong attention to detail in food prep and presentation

Nice to Have Preferred

Experience with Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen preparation
Basic knife skills for precise ingredient prep
Interest in learning traditional Japanese cooking methods

Benefits & Perks

Free staff meals every shift—enjoy our signature ramen

Paid training trip to Japan after 1 year of service

Quarterly performance bonus program up to $2,000

Career progression opportunities to Head Chef role

Uniforms provided and laundered at no cost

Supportive team environment with regular social events

Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays

About Sakura Ramen House

Since opening in 2019, Sakura Ramen House has become a beloved spot in Chatswood, Sydney, for authentic Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen. Our signature broth, simmered for 18 hours using traditional methods, captures the rich, umami flavors of Japan. We’re a small, passionate team dedicated to quality, consistency, and bringing a taste of Fukuoka to every bowl. Our commitment to authenticity extends from our ingredients to our techniques, and we take pride in creating a welcoming dining experience for every guest. Joining Sakura means becoming part of a family that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and growth—both in the kitchen and beyond.

Sakura Ramen House — Chatswood, Sydney