Luxury Sushi Chef & Culinary Leader

SLS The Red Sea; Umluj; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SLS The Red Sea is seeking an accomplished Sushi Chef to lead our sushi station with precision and artistry. You will craft sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and rolls using premium ingredients, while guiding a culinary team to deliver unforgettable, Japan-inspired dining experiences at a luxury resort on the Red Sea coast.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 10 years in high-end culinary environments, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of Japanese cuisine, knife techniques, and HACCP standards,

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Culinary Arts or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of culinary experience, including 2+ years in a senior kitchen role in luxury settings.
• Strong expertise in sushi, Japanese cuisine, and professional knife techniques.
• Proven leadership to train, develop, and motivate a diverse culinary team.
• Attention to quality, consistency, presentation, and detail.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and allergen management.

Responsibilities

• Craft and present an exceptional range of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, rolls, and Japanese-inspired creations.
• Own the sushi section and ensure smooth prep and service daily.
• Contribute to menu development with fresh ideas and seasonal offerings.
• Select and handle premium ingredients with care and precision.
• Maintain high standards of flavor, texture, portioning, and presentation.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff through hands-on coaching and training.
• Organize daily prep and workflow for efficient service.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to deliver consistent guest experiences.
• Control ingredients with proper stock, storage, rotation, and waste reduction.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Japanese cuisine

Leadership

Team training

Education

Culinary Arts degree or diploma

Job description

SLS The Red Sea is seeking an accomplished Sushi Chef to lead our sushi station with precision and artistry. You will craft sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and rolls using premium ingredients, while guiding a culinary team to deliver unforgettable, Japan-inspired dining experiences at a luxury resort on the Red Sea coast.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 10 years in high-end culinary environments, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of Japanese cuisine, knife techniques, and HACCP standards,