Japanese Cook

We are based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. 一石 Ikkoku is a newly opened restaurant in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Our other Japanese restaurants include 時雨 Shigure (九州前/欧州前 omakase sushi), Sushi Fanatics (Casual Tsukiji-market style sushi) and 大愚 Taigu (契約農場直送 Direct-from-farm specialty matcha)

At 一石 Ikkoku, we offer diverse authentic and high quality Japanese food to our customers in a modern space with only counter seatings. We import A5 wagyu from Miyazaki, 本マグロ Bluefin tuna from Spain, アンコウ Monkfish from Norway etc. We aim to provide the best ingredients available in Europe to support the work and development of the chef. We have also built our own ‘囲炉裏 Irori’ for Robatayaki charcoal grilling for an interactive customer experience.

*On the other hand, we are continuously looking for 若手 料理人 young chefs who have certain experience in Japanese cuisine and are passionate about exploring the world and spreading the art and beauty of Japanese food.

We have a flexible work schedule but the chef must be available to work on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. We arrange regular rotations so that everyone gets to take their own weekend off.

Job requirements:

- At least 1 year of experience in Japanese cuisine
- Prepare Japanese dishes, keep the work environment clean
- Spoken Japanese and English is required
- Humble and respect genuine Sushi and Japanese Cuisine traditions
- Knowledge of HACCP
- Flexible to work between 2 locations in Amsterdam (Andreas Bonnstraat and Ceintuurbaan)
- Have the legal rights to live and work in the Netherlands

We offer:

- Gross salary of €2200 - €5200 per month plus tips (depending on skills & experience, and type of pay structure e.g. freelancing). Other terms are in line with market. Hours range from 30-60. Experienced ZZP will get highest rate per hour
- First contract is 6 months and will be extended if performance meets our standard.
- Hours are flexible upon discussion but must be available on fridays and saturdays
- tips
- holiday pay
- negotiable travel allowance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: €2.200,00 - €5.200,00 per month

Expected hours: 30 - 60 per week

Work Location: In person