Job Description

Job Title: Sushi Chef 

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Sushi Chef to join our sushi restaurant. As a Sushi Chef, you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences, combining traditional Japanese techniques with creative flair. The ideal candidate has extensive experience, impeccable knife skills, and a passion for both classic and innovative sushi preparation. You will be responsible for ensuring quality and maintaining an exceptional dining atmosphere that upholds the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sushi Mastery and Expertise

• Execute traditional and contemporary sushi preparation techniques, with expert knife skills and precise ingredient selection.
• Create and present high-quality sushi dishes, ensuring consistency in flavor, presentation, and portioning.

• Customer Experience and Service

• Provide an exceptional guest experience by engaging with diners,
• Tailor dishes to guest preferences and accommodate special requests to ensure an unforgettable dining experience.

• Attention to Detail and Quality Control

• Oversee the precision of sushi preparation, ensuring that all dishes are aesthetically pleasing, perfectly portioned, and meet the restaurant’s high-quality standards.
• Monitor food presentation and ensure every dish adheres to the restaurant’s meticulous plating guidelines.

• Culinary Knowledge and Authenticity

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of sushi preparation, Japanese dining customs, and fine dining protocols.
• Preserve traditional sushi methods while being open to incorporating modern techniques and ingredients.

• Food Safety and Health Regulations

• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and health regulations, particularly when handling raw fish and other delicate ingredients.
• Oversee proper sanitation, storage, and preparation protocols in line with high-end restaurant standards.

• Collaboration with Kitchen and Management

• Work closely with the restaurant management, kitchen, and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient and seamless service.
• Provide input on service flow, guest preferences, and ways to enhance the dining experience.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a sushi chef in a fine dining or high-end sushi restaurant.
• Mastery of sushi preparation techniques, knife skills, and an understanding of Japanese culinary traditions.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with staff, management, and guests.
• Availability for day shifts, evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions: The position requires flexibility to work during peak hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment is essential.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Sushi Chef to showcase their culinary artistry in an elite, fine-dining atmosphere. If you are passionate about sushi and thrive in a high-end restaurant setting, we invite you to apply.

Job Responsibilities (Under the leadership of our Head Chef)

• Ensure quality control in every aspect of sushi-making, from fish to rice.

• Ensure efficient team coordination during service.

• Enforce strict hygiene and sanitation standards.

• Oversee proper fish handling and storage.

• Handle special requests and ensure guest satisfaction.

• Optimize ingredient usage to control costs.

• Preserve traditional sushi techniques and methods.

• Maintain cultural integrity in the preparation and presentation of dishes.

• Ensure knives and tools are maintained, sharpened, and clean.

• Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning.

• Stay updated on global sushi trends and adapt as needed.
• Manage service during busy periods while maintaining quality.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations under pressure.

These responsibilities ensure the head sushi chef maintains the restaurant’s high standards and delivers an exceptional sushi dining experience.

Pay Rate:

• Pay is market competitive and dependent on the experience.

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