Sous Chef - Luxury Japanese Concept & Omakase

The Restaurant Zone

$80K — $85K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of culinary supervisory experience in luxury restaurant or premium hotel setting
  • Deep experience in Japanese cuisine
  • Familiarity with high-end Omakase-style sushi service
  • Culinary degree or apprenticeship preferred
  • Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
  • Sensitivity to cultural nuances

Responsibilities

  • Run precise, disciplined services and stand in for Omakase service or main dining room expediting when needed
  • Oversee prep volumes based on reservations and manage DOH protocols
  • Maintain strict sanitation and temperature controls
  • Train and mentor line cooks to uphold luxury standards
  • Hold team accountable without drama or shortcuts

Benefits

  • Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Dining perks on-site
Full Job Description
Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person
Compensation: $80,000 - $85,000 + full medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and dining perks

We are looking for a hands-on Sous Chef who thrives in a quiet, focused environment where precision, restraint, and respect for ingredients matter above all else.

What You'll Do
  • Calm Leadership: Run precise, disciplined services and stand in for Omakase service or main dining room expediting when needed.
  • Systems & Consistency: Oversee prep volumes based on reservations, manage DOH protocols, and maintain strict sanitation and temperature controls.
  • Team Development: Train, mentor, and hold line cooks accountable to uncompromising luxury standards without drama or shortcuts.

What We're Looking For
  • 2+ years of culinary supervisory experience in a luxury restaurant or premium hotel setting.
  • Deep experience in Japanese cuisine and familiarity with high-end Omakase-style sushi service are required.
  • A culinary degree or apprenticeship is highly preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills, a high attention to detail, and sensitivity to cultural nuances.
  • Standard luxury hospitality availability (long shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays).

Apply now!

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