Sushi Chef

Kairo Sushi; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Kairo Sushi in Hyderabad is hiring a Sushi Chef for full-time, on-site work at its mall locations. You will prepare nigiri, maki, sashimi, and specialty rolls, while upholding the restaurant's standards for quality and presentation.

You will handle seafood, cook rice, manage mise en place, maintain hygiene, assist with inventory, collaborate with kitchen and service teams, and engage guests on request while helping menu improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced kitchen environments.
• Ability to select, handle, and store seafood properly.
• Skilled in knife work, portioning, and precise plating.
• Commitment to hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Prior Sushi Chef or Japanese cuisine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of sushi items including nigiri, maki and sashimi.
• Select and handle seafood, cook rice and other components, and organize mise en place.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to restaurant standards and presented consistently.
• Maintain strict hygiene and food safety practices, and support inventory management.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to ensure timely service and quality.
• Engage with guests as needed, respond to special requests, and contribute to menu improvements.

Skills

Food preparation

Seafood handling

Knife skills

Food safety

Sushi preparation

Teamwork & communication

Job description

Company Description

Kairo Sushi is a contemporary sushi restaurant with locations in GSM Mall, Chandanagar, and Sarath City Capital Mall, Kondapur. The restaurant focuses on delivering high-quality sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes in a modern, welcoming environment. Situated in busy retail hubs, Kairo Sushi serves a diverse customer base that values fresh ingredients and consistent service. Team members work in a dynamic setting with steady foot traffic and opportunities to grow culinary and hospitality skills.

Role Description

The Sushi Chef is a full-time, on-site role based in Hyderabad at Kairo Sushi's mall locations. The role involves preparing a variety of sushi items, including nigiri, maki, sashimi, and specialty rolls, while maintaining consistent quality and presentation. Daily responsibilities include selecting and handling seafood, cooking rice and other components, organizing mise en place, and ensuring all dishes are prepared according to restaurant standards. The Sushi Chef will maintain strict hygiene and food safety practices, support inventory management, and collaborate with the kitchen and service teams to ensure timely service. The role also requires engaging with guests when needed, responding to special requests, and contributing to menu improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong food preparation and general cooking skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Hands-on experience with seafood selection, handling, and storage, particularly for sushi and sashimi.
• Solid culinary skills, including knife work, portioning, and plating with attention to detail and consistency.
• Commitment to strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards in all kitchen activities.
• Prior experience as a Sushi Chef or in Japanese cuisine is highly preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and standards while managing multiple orders and maintaining quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with a professional, customer-focused attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by mall operations.