Sous Chef, Sushi Hiro

Sushi Hiro; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Salary increment

Career growth

Supportive environment

Dining discounts

Brand growth

Job summary

Sushi Hiro is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations across our KL/Selangor outlets. You will ensure recipe adherence, supervise staff, manage inventory and food costs, and uphold hygiene standards.

You should have at least 2 years in a professional kitchen, hands-on with Japanese cuisine preferred, strong HACCP/GMP knowledge, and proven leadership. Weekend/shift flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of professional kitchen experience.
• Experience in Japanese cuisine or a Japanese restaurant is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP/GMP, food safety, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth service.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff for high performance.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented per recipes, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness following policy and regs.
• Manage inventory, FIFO, and minimize waste while controlling costs.
• Coordinate food prep and ensure timely service during hours.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to deliver excellent dining experiences.

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join Sushi Hiro in few of our outlets around KL / Selangor. This is a full-time position offering an exciting opportunity to support the Head Chef in leading daily kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, hygiene, and efficiency. As a Sous Chef, you will play a key role in supervising the kitchen team, ensuring food is prepared in accordance with Sushi Hiro's recipes and standards, managing inventory and food costs, maintaining food safety compliance, and supporting the training and development of kitchen staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth service.
• Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance and productivity.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented in accordance with company recipes, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Monitor food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation (FIFO), and minimize food waste while controlling kitchen costs.
• Coordinate food preparation and ensure timely service during operating hours.
• Monitor product quality and address any operational or customer-related issues promptly.
• Ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, and safe use of kitchen equipment and workstations.
• Support daily kitchen briefings and contribute to continuous operational improvements.
• Work closely with the front-of-house team to deliver an exceptional customer dining experience.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Experience in Japanese cuisine or a Japanese restaurant is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene standards (HACCP/GMP).
• Proficient in inventory management, food costing, portion control, and stock rotation (FIFO).
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work on weekends, public holidays, and rotating shifts.

What We Offer

At Sushi Hiro, we believe in rewarding and developing our people. We offer:

• Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance bonus.
• Salary increment/incentive based on performance.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• A supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment.
• Employee dining discounts and staff benefits.
• Opportunities to be part of a fast-growing F&B brand.

About us

Sushi Hiro is one of Malaysia's growing Japanese restaurant brands, dedicated to serving authentic Japanese cuisine with exceptional quality and hospitality. As we continue to expand, we're looking for passionate individuals to grow with us. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and people-focused culture where every team member is empowered to learn, contribute, and build a rewarding career.