Cook – Chinese Cuisine & Teppanyaki

We are looking for an experienced Cook specialising in Chinese cuisine and teppanyaki to join our kitchen team on a permanent, full-time contract. One (1) position is available.

In this role you will prepare authentic Chinese dishes and cook live at the teppanyaki grill in front of guests. We are looking for a skilled professional who takes pride in flavour, presentation and speed, and who can keep quality consistent during busy service.

Your main tasks:

• Preparing and cooking Chinese dishes according to our menu and recipes

• Operating the teppanyaki grill, including live cooking in front of guests

• Handling ingredient preparation (cutting, marinating, portioning) and mise en place

• Maintaining food quality, taste and presentation to a high standard

• Following food hygiene, safety and cleanliness requirements in the kitchen

• Working smoothly together with the rest of the kitchen and service team

We expect from you:

• Solid, demonstrated experience in Chinese cuisine

• Practical experience with teppanyaki-style cooking

• Good knowledge of ingredients, wok techniques and Asian cooking methods

• Ability to work efficiently and stay calm under pressure during busy shifts

• A responsible, hygienic and reliable way of working

• Good teamwork and communication skills

We offer:

• A permanent, full-time position

• A friendly team and a fast-paced, professional kitchen

• Salary according to the collective agreement (työehtosopimus) for the restaurant sector

Enende Oy operates Ravintola Itsudemo, a well-established Asian fusion restaurant chain in Finland. Ravintola Itsudemo Zeppelin is located at Zeppeliinintie 1, 90450 Kempele, within the Zeppelin shopping centre serving the Kempele and Oulu region. The restaurant is known for its extensive sushi buffet featuring over 70 varieties of freshly prepared sushi alongside a daily rotating warm buffet of Asian dishes including wok-fried specialities, rice and noodle dishes, soups, and desserts. Itsudemo offers a welcoming dining environment with a strong focus on quality, freshness, and a diverse pan-Asian menu. The restaurant serves both dine-in and takeaway customers and operates year-round.