Sushi Chef

Les Amis Holdings Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Les Amis Group is seeking a skilled sushi chef for its Japanese restaurant in Singapore. You will handle raw fish and ingredients, manage stock, and ensure every order meets strict quality standards with attention to detail.

Responsibilities include precise fish preparation, freshness checks, portioned sushi plating, and maintaining a clean, compliant kitchen. Collaboration with staff and allergy-aware service are essential to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar sushi chef role.
• Knowledge of Japanese language for supplier communication in Japan.
• Collaborate with team and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Cut, slice, and fillet fish to prepare sushi meeting quality and presentation.
• Inspect produce and fish for freshness for sushi prep.
• Prepare sushi following portion, presentation, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean, sanitary work area and hygiene compliance.
• Take regular inventory to manage stock and minimize waste.
• Report kitchen equipment issues to executive chef.
• Sterilize utensils and equipment before use.
• Communicate with wait staff to handle special requests and allergies.
• Engage customers to enhance dining experience.
• Create new sushi items using fresh daily ingredients.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Fast-paced kitchen

Japanese language

Sushi preparation

Job description

Company Overview

Les Amis Group operates 33 restaurants across Singapore and overseas, offering diverse cuisines from high-end French and Japanese to casual dining. Known for excellence, inclusiveness, and teamwork, it is one of Singapore’s most respected restaurant groups.

Job Summary

As a sushi chef in a Japanese restaurant, you will handle raw fish and ingredients, manage food stock, and ensure all orders meet quality standards with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cut, slice, and fillet various fish types precisely to prepare sushi dishes that meet quality and presentation standards
• Inspect fruits, vegetables, and fish for freshness and suitability for sushi preparation
• Prepare sushi dishes following portion, presentation, and food safety guidelines
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area to prevent contamination and comply with hygiene standards
• Take regular inventory of food supplies and ingredients to manage stock and minimize waste
• Report kitchen equipment issues promptly to the executive chef to avoid disruptions
• Sterilize utensils, instruments, and equipment before use to uphold food safety standards
• Communicate clearly with wait staff to accommodate special requests and allergy considerations
• Engage customers to provide information and enhance their dining experience
• Create new sushi items using fresh daily ingredients to support menu variety and innovation

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Collaborate effectively with team members and deliver excellent customer service through strong interpersonal skills
• Support colleagues and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Knowledge of Japanese language to communicate with suppliers in Japan, aiding supplier coordination
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar sushi chef role