Luxury Sushi Chef — Oceanfront Fine Dining in Maui

Wolfgang Puck; Hawaii; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with 30% company match

Paid time off

Wellness benefits

Career development

Growth opportunities

Oceanfront work environment

Job summary

Spago Maui, located at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, is seeking a talented Sushi Chef to join our award-winning culinary team.

Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and rolls with precision; maintain seafood quality and food safety; collaborate on daily mise en place and seasonal specials; uphold Wolfgang Puck standards and guest experiences.

This role offers a luxury hospitality environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth with Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years sushi chef experience in an upscale, fine dining, luxury hotel, or high-volume restaurant environment.
• Strong knife skills and seafood fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of traditional and contemporary sushi preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper seafood handling procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor and positive team-oriented attitude.
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present sushi, sashimi, nigiri, rolls, and specialty Japanese dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, fabrication, and utilization of seafood and other ingredients.
• Maintain exceptional quality, consistency, and attention to detail during all service periods.
• Assist with daily mise en place, production planning, and station organization.
• Monitor product freshness and inventory levels while minimizing waste.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership and team members to ensure smooth service execution.
• Support menu development, seasonal features, and continuous culinary innovation.
• Uphold Wolfgang Puck culinary standards and guest experience expectations.

Skills

Sushi chef experience

Knife skills

Seafood fabrication

Sushi techniques

Food safety & HACCP

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Culinary degree or formal culinary training

Job description

Spago Maui, located at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, is seeking a talented Sushi Chef to join our award-winning culinary team.

Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and rolls with precision; maintain seafood quality and food safety; collaborate on daily mise en place and seasonal specials; uphold Wolfgang Puck standards and guest experiences.

This role offers a luxury hospitality environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth with Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group.