About EVT: Yamagen is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain impeccable hygiene and food safety standards across all kitchen operations
• Prepare and present high-quality sushi, sashimi, and hot dishes with consistency and attention to detail
• Uphold and actively promote portion control, quality control, and waste minimisation practices
• Support the delivery of exceptional food experiences for daily service, peak periods, and special events
• Collaborate across multiple kitchen outlets to ensure seamless and efficient operations
• Monitor food quality, storage, and stock levels in line with established procedures
• Ensure all dishes are prepared in accordance with standard recipes and presentation guidelines
• Assist in training, mentoring, and developing junior kitchen team members
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in line with WHS standards
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and high-performing kitchen culture

What You’ll Bring:
• 2–5 years’ experience in a high-quality, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Demonstrated expertise in Japanese cuisine, with a strong focus on sushi and sashimi preparation
• A genuine passion for precision, consistency, and presentation
• Solid understanding of food cost control, production efficiency, and waste reduction
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A proactive attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Confidence in supporting and guiding junior team members
• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (essential)

How You Work:
• Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
• Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.

Perks from Day One:
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.

Apply Now
Join Yamagen and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker.

Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.

When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.