Job Overview

Sushi Chef Job Description

We are looking to hire a highly skilled, EXPERIENCED sushi chef to prepare sashimi, nigiri and sushi (maki) dishes in accordance with food health and safety regulations and restaurant standards.

The sushi chef’s responsibilities include preparing traditional Japanese sushi rice, chopping, slicing, and filleting various kinds of fish, and placing orders for supplies as needed. You should also be able to customize customers’ orders according to preferences and food allergy considerations.

To be successful as a sushi chef, you must not only have the hard skills but also have a great attitude, be trainable and adapt to change quickly. Attention to detail and ability to focus is a must, as the sushi chef should ensure that all ingredients used in dishes are of the highest quality and rolls are always made accurately. Ultimately, an exceptional sushi chef should work well under pressure and maintain restaurant standards during busy times.

Sushi Chef Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

  • Expertly cutting, slicing, and filleting different types of fish.
  • Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes and informing the Head Sushi Chef when quality is sub-standard.
  • Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
  • Maintaining a clean work environment in order to prevent food contamination.
  • Regularly taking inventory of food supplies and other products.
  • Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty.
  • Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use.
  • Communicating with management and staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met.

Sushi Chef Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year experience in high volume sushi restaurant
  • Sound knowledge of food safety regulations and possess, or be able to obtain upon employment, valid ServSafe food handler's license.
  • The ability to be work accurately, effectively and efficiently under pressure.
  • The ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Excellent time-management skills.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Must be able to pass drug test.
  • Own reliable transportation
  • Non-slip work shoes.

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