Head Sushi Chef
2 days ago
Syosset
We are an intimate, high-end omakase restaurant dedicated to craftsmanship, seasonality, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. Our menu changes daily based on the finest ingredients available, and we are looking for a passionate and experienced Omakase Sushi Chef to lead our team and continue our tradition of excellence. Benefits and Compensation: • Opportunity to lead and innovate in a respected omakase program, • A supportive and professional team environment, • Access to premium ingredients and seasonal products, • Minimum 10 years of experience as a sushi chef, with at least 5 years in a dedicated omakase setting, • Deep knowledge of Japanese ingredients, knife skills, rice preparation, and traditional techniques, • Calm, focused presence in high-pressure service environments, • Excellent communication and hospitality skills, with a guest-first mentality, • Curate and execute a multi-course omakase experience with precision, creativity, and respect for tradition, • Source, prepare, and handle fish and ingredients at the highest level of quality and freshness, • Interact with guests directly at the sushi counter, delivering an engaging and educational dining experience, • Manage kitchen operations during service, including mise en place, knife work, and plating, • Train and mentor junior staff to maintain consistency and uphold culinary standards, • Collaborate on seasonal menu planning, inventory control, and vendor relationships