Deputy Sushi Master (Sous Chef Level)

KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerzner International Limited in Dubai seeks an experienced Sushi Nigiri Chef to lead the nigiri station and contribute to menu development. You will prepare, cut, and plate with precision, ensuring authentic flavors and impeccable presentation.

The role requires training and supervising junior staff, maintaining HACCP standards, and collaborating with the restaurant team to deliver exceptional guest experiences within a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Experience in 5-star hotel environments.
• Knowledge of HACCP food safety systems.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cut, and mise en place nigiri according to L Abysse standards.
• Guarantee consistency, precision, and excellence in taste.
• Lead sushi counter service during service times.
• Be able to replace Sushi Chef when required.
• Train and supervise commis or interns in the sushi team.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety compliance (HACCP).
• Check deliveries for quality and quantity.
• Maintain team spirit in a demanding environment.

Skills

Culinary diploma

3+ years experience

5-star hotel experience

HACCP knowledge

English fluency

Education

Culinary school diploma

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Take part in the preparation cutting and mise en place of nigiri according to L Abysse standards Guarantee consistency precision and excellence in taste Be proactive in developing new nigiri with the Sushi chef continuously embracing creativity Lead the sushi counter service during time of service Once fully trained and confident be able to replace the Sushi Chef when required Take pleasure in contributing to the creative process and development of new portions Be attentive to the team train pass on knowledge and communicate any issues to the supervisor Ensure impeccable personal presentation as well as that of the team Take an interest in the restaurant s performance number of covers food cost etc Check deliveries of goods in terms of both quality and quantity Ensure full compliance with hygiene and food safety standards HACCP Take part in the training and supervision of commis or interns within the sushi team Maintain an exemplary team spirit in a demanding and collaborative environment Be a proactive force within the team always striving for improvement

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Culinary school diploma and/or more than 3 years work experience.
• 5-star Hotel work experience.
• Knowledge of Food Safety systems (HACCP).
• Fluency in English.