Nikkei Fusion Sushi Chef de Partie

Leylaty Group; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leylaty Group is seeking a Chef de Partie – Hot Kitchen & Sushi to lead and manage the restaurant's hot kitchen and sushi sections. You will prepare Japanese, Peruvian, and Nikkei fusion dishes, oversee mise en place, ensure consistency, cleanliness, and quality across service.

Reporting to Executive/Sous Chefs, you will train junior staff, coordinate with other kitchen sections, and uphold food safety standards while delivering high-quality dishes during busy service times.

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience as a Chef de Partie, Demi Chef de Partie, or in a similar hot kitchen position.
• Good knowledge of Japanese cuisine, hot kitchen techniques, and sushi-related preparations.
• Experience with Japanese hot dishes, including tempura, grilled seafood, teriyaki, and other menu-specific preparations.
• Knowledge of Peruvian cuisine and Nikkei fusion cooking is highly preferred.
• Strong culinary skills and the ability to execute dishes according to standardized recipes.
• Good understanding of seafood, meat, poultry, vegetables, sauces, and ingredient preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures.
• Ability to organize and manage an assigned kitchen section independently.
• Ability to guide junior kitchen staff and work effectively within a professional kitchen team.
• Strong time-management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining consistent food quality and service standards.
• Strong attention to detail, portion control, presentation, and food cost awareness.
• Willingness to follow the Executive Chef's instructions and the restaurant's standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the assigned hot kitchen section.
• Prepare, cook, and present hot dishes per menu and recipes.
• Execute Japanese hot dishes including tempura, teriyaki, and grilled seafood.
• Prepare Peruvian hot dishes and Nikkei fusion items.
• Prepare sushi items and related components.
• Ensure proper food safety, hygiene, and temperature controls.
• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff when required.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections for smooth service.
• Monitor mise en place and stock; minimize waste.

Skills

Japanese cuisine

Hot kitchen techniques

Sushi preparations

Leadership abilities

Station management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Leylaty Group is seeking a Chef de Partie – Hot Kitchen & Sushi to lead and manage the restaurant's hot kitchen and sushi sections. You will prepare Japanese, Peruvian, and Nikkei fusion dishes, oversee mise en place, ensure consistency, cleanliness, and quality across service.

Reporting to Executive/Sous Chefs, you will train junior staff, coordinate with other kitchen sections, and uphold food safety standards while delivering high-quality dishes during busy service times.