Head Sushi Chef

Bâoli Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 580,000; Full time

Job summary

Bâoli Dubai is a dynamic restaurant, poolside and nightlife hotspot, combining coastal French-Mediterranean cuisine with an energetic, high-end atmosphere by day and by night. We are looking for a skilled Head Sushi Chef to lead the sushi team, delivering precision, creativity, and consistency across service, while overseeing sourcing, quality control, and menu development.

The ideal candidate will bring 3–4 years of high-volume kitchen experience, expert sushi technique, strong leadership, and

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in a similar role within high-volume, high-end kitchens.
• Standalone restaurant/beach club experience preferred; 5-star hotel kitchen experience also considered.
• Strong technical skill in sushi, sashimi, and Japanese knife techniques.
• Proven ability to maintain quality and consistency under high-volume pressure.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the sushi section, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and speed across service.
• Oversee sourcing, quality control, and handling of fish and seafood to the highest food safety standards.
• Develop and refine sushi and sashimi menu items in line with Bâoli's coastal French-Mediterranean concept, accented with East Asian technique.
• Train, supervise, and mentor team.
• Maintain consistency and plating standards during high-volume peak periods.
• Manage stock levels, wastage control, and ordering for the sushi section.
• Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen brigade on menu execution and service flow.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Sushi & sashimi

Japanese knife techniques

Leadership

High-volume service

Menu development

Job description

Bâoli Dubai is a dynamic restaurant, poolside and nightlife hotspot, combining an elevated culinary experience with an explosive party scene. Bringing you cool elegance from the shores of Cannes and Miami, this seaside spot is vibrant by day and energetic by night.

We are looking for a skilled Head Sushi Chef to lead the team, delivering precision, creativity, and consistency across our day-to-night culinary offering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the sushi section, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and speed across service.
• Oversee sourcing, quality control, and handling of fish and seafood to the highest food safety standards.
• Develop and refine sushi and sashimi menu items in line with Bâoli's coastal French-Mediterranean concept, accented with East Asian technique.
• Train, supervise, and mentor team.
• Maintain consistency and plating standards during high-volume peak periods.
• Manage stock levels, wastage control, and ordering for the sushi section.
• Coordinate closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen brigade on menu execution and service flow.
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Ideal Candidate:

• 3-4 years' experience in a similar role, with high-volume, high-end execution.
• Standalone restaurant/beach club experience preferred; candidates from 5-star hotel kitchens also considered.
• Strong technical skill in sushi, sashimi, and Japanese knife techniques.
• Proven ability to maintain quality and consistency under high-volume pressure.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays in a fast-paced hospitality environment.