Production Cook – Japanese Restaurant

About the role

Shinjuku Japanese Kitchen in Dehiwala, Sri Lanka, is hiring a production cook (also called a cook) for its kitchen team. The role suits someone comfortable in a professional kitchen who can work independently and deliver consistent, high-quality food while keeping up with live customer orders. Working hours are 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare food according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Handle daily food production and fulfill live Uber Eats orders, especially during busy afternoon and evening periods.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste and presentation.
• Keep kitchen stations clean, organised and ready for service.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and proper food-handling procedures.
• Complete opening, closing or shift handover checks as required.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels and report shortages in advance.
• Work independently and manage kitchen priorities during service.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and keep portions consistent.
• Ability to manage several orders and work efficiently under pressure.
• Good organisational skills, reliability and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new techniques and cuisines.
• General cooks who are willing to learn and follow the restaurant's recipes and standards are encouraged to apply.

An advantage is experience with sushi preparation, Japanese cuisine, hot-kitchen operations or online food delivery platforms. Candidates can apply through the application link or by sending their CV by phone; photos of dishes they have prepared are welcome.