Experienced Sushi Chef

Smokin Fins; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

Out to Lunch Restaurant Group is seeking an Experienced Sushi Chef to join our culinary team in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen across Colorado, including Arvada. You will craft sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls with precision and pride.

You bring at least two years of sushi experience, expert knife skills, seafood handling and food safety knowledge, and a collaborative spirit to deliver an exceptional guest experience while maintaining quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of sushi preparation in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Expert knife skills for sushi, sashimi, rolls and rice.
• Strong seafood handling knowledge and food safety practice.
• Creative, detail-oriented and presentation-focused.
• Positive attitude, reliable, and a strong work ethic.
• Able to communicate effectively and work with the kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality sushi, sashimi, rolls and specialty items.
• Maintain consistency, presentation, and portion standards.
• Ensure safe food preparation per company standards.
• Keep workstation clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Assist with inventory, rotation, and waste reduction.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen team members.
• Adapt to seasonal features and menu changes while maintaining quality.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience through craftsmanship.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Knife skills

Seafood handling

Food safety & sanitation

Attention to presentation

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Experienced Sushi Chef

Join the culinary team at Out to Lunch Restaurant Group, a growing restaurant company with seven locations across Idaho and Colorado. We're passionate about fresh ingredients, scratch cooking, exceptional hospitality, and creating memorable dining experiences.

We're seeking an experienced Sushi Chef who takes pride in their craft and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. If you're creative, detail-oriented, and committed to excellence, we'd love to meet you.

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development

Who We Are:

• Create raving fans through exceptional service.
• Serve the highest quality food.
• Maintain a fun, clean, and inviting restaurant.
• Positively impact our local community.
• Operate with pride, integrity, and accountability.
• Never stop improving ourselves and those around us.

We believe everyone is a leader. The standard you walk by is the standard you accept, and every team member shares responsibility for maintaining excellence.

What You'll Bring:

• Minimum two years of experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant; sushi experience required.
• Expert knife skills and experience preparing sushi, sashimi, specialty rolls, and sushi rice.
• Strong understanding of seafood handling, food safety, and sanitation.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and pride in presentation.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with the kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare high-quality sushi, sashimi, rolls, and specialty menu items.
• Maintain consistency, presentation, and portion standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Assist with inventory, product rotation, and minimizing waste.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen team members.
• Adapt to seasonal features and menu changes while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Deliver an exceptional guest experience through craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Two or more years of sushi preparation experience preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience is a plus.
• ServSafe or Food Handler Certification required.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment and temperatures exceeding 85°F.
• Available to work between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic computer and POS knowledge is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits (eligibility applies)
• Short-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Colorado Paid Sick & Safe Leave (PSSL), FAMLI, and PHEL benefits
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee meal discounts
• Career growth opportunities within our family of brands

Compensation is competitive and based on experience, skill level, and qualifications.