Omakase Sushi Chef — Guest-Facing, Precise & Engaging

Simplevenue; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sushi by Bou in Cincinnati is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef for our new location. You will prepare and serve the omakase menu with precision and personality at the counter, ensuring high-quality presentations and guest satisfaction.

Engage guests throughout service, collaborate with the front-of-house team, and maintain cleanliness and food safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays and offers hourly pay with tips.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional sushi chef experience in an omakase, fine-dining or comparable chef-driven concept.
• Strong knife skills and proficiency in preparing nigiri, sashimi and hand rolls.
• Knowledge of fish preparation, handling, storage and foodsafety practices.
• Experience working directly with guests at a sushi counter.
• Ability to execute timed seatings with precision and composure.
• Engaging presence and genuine ease connecting with guests.
• Reliable, organized and collaborative approach.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls and other menu items according to company standards.
• Execute timed seatings with consistency in quality, presentation, portioning and pacing.
• Engage guests throughout the omakase experience and respond to requests professionally.
• Prepare, handle and store fish and other ingredients in accordance with foodsafety standards.
• Maintain an organized workstation with ingredients and supplies ready for service.
• Monitor inventory and communicate ordering and supply needs.
• Coordinate with fellow chefs and frontofhouse team members to support each seating.
• Complete opening, closing and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Sushi chef experience

Knife skills

Guest interaction

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

Sushi by Bou in Cincinnati is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef for our new location. You will prepare and serve the omakase menu with precision and personality at the counter, ensuring high-quality presentations and guest satisfaction.

Engage guests throughout service, collaborate with the front-of-house team, and maintain cleanliness and food safety. The role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays and offers hourly pay with tips.