Sushi Chef

Palladian Hotels; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Royal China in Mumbai is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef with expertise in Japanese cuisine to uphold premium dining standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in a reputed Japanese or Asian restaurant, premium dining establishment or five-star hotel.

You will prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki and other Japanese specialties, ensure consistency in taste and presentation, and maintain strict food safety and hygiene in line with FSSAI requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in culinary field helps; premium dining experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in sushi preparation; knowledge of Japanese ingredients.
• Experience in a reputed Japanese or premium dining establishment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki and other Japanese specialties.
• Maintain taste, presentation, portion sizes and quality consistency.
• Demonstrate knife skills, fish prep and sushi rice techniques.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and sanitation per FSSAI guidelines.
• Manage seafood handling, storage, temperature control and freshness.
• Follow recipes, SOPs and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory, ingredients, waste and stock rotation.
• Keep sushi station clean and organized; coordinate with Head Chef.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Japanese cuisine

Premium dining standards

Education

Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts

Hotel Management

Tools

Knife skills

Seafood handling

Job description

Sushi Chef Royal China

Location: Mumbai - VT / Bandra

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: 40,000-60,000 per month

Department: Kitchen Operations

About the Role

Royal China is seeking a skilled and experienced Sushi Chef with expertise in Japanese cuisine, sushi preparation and premium dining standards.

The ideal candidate should have experience working in a reputed Japanese or Asian restaurant, premium dining establishment or five-star hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki rolls and other Japanese specialities.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, portion sizes and quality.
• Demonstrate excellent knife skills, fish preparation and sushi rice techniques.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with FSSAI requirements.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, temperature control and freshness of seafood and ingredients.
• Follow standardised recipes, kitchen SOPs and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory, ingredient quality, stock rotation and food wastage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the sushi station.
• Coordinate with the Head Chef and kitchen team to ensure efficient service.

Qualifications & Experience

• Preferred: Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management or Food Production.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience specialising in sushi preparation.
• Previous experience in a reputed Japanese restaurant, premium Asian dining establishment or five-star hotel preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sushi, sashimi, Japanese ingredients and preparation techniques.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of seafood handling, food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining premium presentation standards.

Salary & Benefits

40,000-60,000 per month, depending on skills, qualifications and experience.

Opportunities for professional development and career growth.