Sushi Sous Chef

Adare Manor; The Municipal District of Adare — Rathkeale; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning luxury resort in Ireland is seeking a highly skilled Sushi Sous Chef to join its acclaimed culinary team. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience in upscale sushi restaurants or 5-star hotels, with a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role involves preparing high-quality sushi, maintaining strict food safety standards, and collaborating with culinary leaders to enhance menu offerings.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for learning and growth

Access to wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in upscale sushi restaurants or luxury 5-star hotels.
• Proven expertise in preparing traditional sushi techniques like Maki and Nigiri.
• Strong communication, time-management, and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality sushi including Maki, Nigiri, Sashimi, and ensure consistency.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in the kitchen environment.
• Collaborate on menu development and quality enhancement.

Skills

Sushi preparation expertise

HACCP knowledge

Strong communication skills

Time management

Customer service skills

Job description

At Adare Manor, our vision is 'Beyond Everything' - a commitment to creating magical, unforgettable experiences for our guests and team alike. As a globally celebrated luxury resort, we are proud to have been awarded the prestigious Forbes Five-Star rating and honoured with Michelin's highest distinction - 3 Keys. From our Michelin‑starred dining to world‑class golf, including hosting the 2027 Ryder Cup, Adare Manor is a place where excellence thrives.

If you share our passion for pushing boundaries and delivering extraordinary experiences, we would love to welcome you to our award winning team. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for a Sushi Sous Chef to join our team.

About the Role

As a Sushi Sous Chef, you'll play a key role in elevating our world‑class culinary offering—delivering exceptional sushi preparation, supporting a multicultural team, and ensuring superior production within your allocated area. Reporting to the Head Sushi Chef, you will work closely with culinary leaders and team members across the resort to maintain excellence in quality, safety, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑quality sushi including Maki, Nigiri, Sashimi and other traditional styles, ensuring consistency, flavour, and exceptional presentation.
• Maintain strict HACCP, HSE, hygiene, and food safety standards, ensuring a clean, well organised work environment.
• Collaborate with senior culinary leaders on menu development, product innovation, and quality enhancement.
• Customise sushi orders based on guest preferences and allergy requirements, ensuring excellent communication with service teams.
• Oversee mise en place, general food preparation, portioning, and inventory management to support smooth daily operations.
• Train, guide, and support team members to uphold Adare Manor's standards and foster continuous development.
• Manage stock ordering, minimise wastage, ensure correct labelling, and maintain accurate product traceability.
• Participate in special events and functions, delivering exceptional culinary experiences aligned with resort standards.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone who is highly skilled, detail focussed, quality driven and passionate about delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

You will thrive in this role if you have:

• A minimum of 6 years’ experience in upscale sushi restaurants or luxury 5‑star hotels
• Proven expertise in preparing Maki, Nigiri, Sashimi, and other traditional sushi techniques
• Experience working in high‑end culinary environments with strict standards
• Strong communication, time‑management, and customer service skills
• Technical knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and kitchen systems
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and a genuine passion for culinary excellence
• The ability to work under pressure and stand for extended periods
• A commitment to team development, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Why Join Adare Manor?

At Adare Manor, we believe in exceptional experiences - not just for our guests, but for our team too. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Perks and experiences that are uniquely tailored to our team, reflecting the extraordinary setting and spirit of Adare Manor
• A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic team environment
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and career development
• Access to wellbeing initiatives, events, and team recognition programmes
• The chance to be part of one of the most iconic hospitality teams in the world

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and help us shape the future of Culinary at Adare Manor, we would love to hear from you.

Adare Manor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds.