" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCommis Chef\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"308\"\u003e Hospitality / Travel / Tourism \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"309\"\u003e Chef \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"310\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"311\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with state-of-the-art kitchen and facilities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrow every service alongside experienced senior chefs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocated in the iconic Capitol Grand on Chapel Street in South Yarra.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommis Chef\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYugen | South Yarra, Melbourne | Two-Hat Restaurant | Japanese Dining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE OPPORTUNITY\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYugen is seeking a Commis Chef who wants to build real foundations in Japanese technique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecognised with Two Hats, Yugen is built around precision, quality, Japanese technique and a contemporary interpretation of Japanese dining.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a full time role in our kitchen, working closely with senior chefs who hold a high standard every service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an opportunity to learn the fundamentals properly, in a kitchen where every detail matters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE ROLE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing ingredients precisely to each recipe and our standard\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCooking to recipe, with consistent quality and portions from the first plate to the last\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSetting up your station so it is ready for the pace of service\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChecking deliveries for quality and quantity, and reporting any issues to senior chefs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStoring stock correctly, labelled and following FIFO\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeeping your bench clean, organised and food safe under HACCP guidelines\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompleting your cleaning schedule on time, without being asked\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePutting feedback into practice and getting better every shift\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting your teammates so the kitchen moves as one through busy periods\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWHAT WE\u0027RE LOOKING FOR\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSome foundation in a professional kitchen, through an apprenticeship, current study or hands on experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to follow a recipe and method precisely\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA serious approach to food safety and hygiene\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to stay calm and focused when service gets busy\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to fine dining or high volume kitchens (desirable)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA formal cookery qualification, started or in progress (desirable)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYOUR STYLE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou are a cook who cares about getting the small things right.\u003cbr\u003eYou understand that great dishes start with the basics: clean prep, precise cuts, a well set station and a recipe followed properly.\u003cbr\u003eYou take ownership of your work, own your mistakes and learn from them.\u003cbr\u003eYou ask questions when you are unsure, and you leave your ego at the door.\u003cbr\u003eMost importantly, you want to keep learning and become a better chef every service.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHY YUGEN?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYugen is part of a leading Melbourne hospitality group and operates within the luxury Capitol Grand precinct in South Yarra.\u003cbr\u003eYou will join a team that is serious about food, hospitality and creating experiences at the highest level.\u003cbr\u003eLearn Japanese technique in a Two-Hat kitchen\u003cbr\u003eWork alongside experienced senior chefs who invest in your growth\u003cbr\u003eBuild your fine dining foundations the right way\u003cbr\u003eWork with premium produce every day\u003cbr\u003eBe part of a team that moves as one\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE OPPORTUNITY\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a role for someone who wants to learn the craft properly.\u003cbr\u003eSomeone who takes pride in the fundamentals and wants to grow into the chef they are working towards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you are ready to build your foundations in one of Melbourne\u0027s leading Japanese kitchens, we would like to hear from you.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApply now with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your kitchen experience and what draws you to Yugen. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480168\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "