Sushi Cook

Dexterra; Victoria; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterra Group is seeking a sushi chef for a school community setting in Canada. You will prepare, cook, and present sushi using traditional methods while focusing on safety, freshness, and appealing presentation.

You will develop new recipe ideas, engage with guests to understand preferences, and support local sourcing initiatives. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adapting to customer needs within a supportive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a cook role.
• FoodSafe or ServeSafe certification.
• Experience with international cuisine and dietary needs.
• Self-driven, reliable, and professional.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve sushi, working with fish, rice, and vegetables using traditional preparation methods.
• Pay attention to the presentation of the food and create a unique food service experience for our guests, creating dishes in view of our customers.
• Develop new and creative recipe ideas and presentations that can be used when working with the various ingredients.
• Get to know our guests and clients, building a relationship and listening to their feedback to help improve our culinary offerings and service.
• Champion the Dexterra Group; embrace local suppliers and local sourcing opportunities, create delicious food items using preparation techniques that maintain the nutritious content of the food, create as many items from scratch as possible, and empower the staff to be adaptive and willing to change directions to accommodate customer requests.
• Maintain and implement any new Company procedures and programs including diet and allergy awareness.
• Ensure that food safety and security procedures are implemented and maintained using HACCP guidelines for preparing, packaging, & serving sushi – especially as it pertains to raw seafood.
• Assist with ensuring inventory is adequately maintained including complying with maintenance of food rotation to minimize spoilage.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business nee

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

FoodSafe or ServeSafe certification

Job description

We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description

• Prepare, cook, and serve sushi, working extensively with fish, rice, and vegetables using traditional preparation methods
• Pay close attention to the presentation of the food and in creating a unique food service experience for our guests, creating dishes in view of our customers
• Develop new and creative recipe ideas and presentations that can be used when working with the various ingredients
• Get to know our guests and clients, building a relationship and listening to their feedback to help improve our culinary offerings and service
• Champion the Dana Hospitality brand; embrace local suppliers and local sourcing opportunities, create delicious food items using preparation techniques that maintain the nutritious content of the food, create as many items from scratch as possible, and empower the staff to be adaptive and willing to change directions to accommodate customer requests
• Maintain and implement any new Company procedures and programs including diet and allergy awareness
• Ensure that food safety and security procedures are implemented and maintained using HACCP guidelines for preparing, packaging, & serving sushi – especially as it pertains to raw seafood
• Assist with ensuring inventory is adequately maintained including complying with maintenance of food rotation to minimize spoilage
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business nee

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a cook role.
• FoodSafe or ServeSafe certification.
• Experience with international cuisine and dietary needs.
• Self-driven, reliable, and professional.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

This role offers more than a traditional kitchen environment. It provides the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and become part of their daily experience. The smaller service model allows for creativity, personal connection, and visible impact.

For passionate chefs, this is a rewarding position where you can lead operations, showcase your culinary skills, and contribute to a supportive and engaging school community.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

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Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation is available at all stages of the application process upon request.

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