Sushi Chef

Bear Flag Fish Company; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Training & development

All major holidays off

No late nights!

Discounts on food and merchandise

Job summary

The role is full-time and requires weekend availability, with benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and opportunities for training and development. Join a fast-paced, team-driven kitchen focused on sustainable seafood.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience as a sushi chef (high standard of sushi making).
• Excellent knife skills and precision in cutting and shaping fish.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining quality and cleanliness.
• Strong knowledge of seafood handling, storage, and safety practices.
• Willingness to work weekends and holiday periods as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation of sushi bar and equipment.
• Follow kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Prepare various forms of sushi, sashimi, rolls and other items.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of product at the sushi bar.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Work as a supportive team member during the course of the shift.
• Perform additional responsibilities at the request of Management and Owners.

Skills

Sushi chef experience

Knife skills

Fast-paced environment

Seafood knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Weekend availability

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Training & development

We are excited to announce that Bear Flag will be opening a Costa Mesa location summer 2026! Bear Flag Fish Company is looking for an experienced sushi chef! Bear Flag was founded in 2007 with the motto of serving fresh and sustainable seafood. Our sushi chefs are a vital part of our restaurant and our guests experience at Bear Flag! We are looking for someone who is available to work on a full time basis with extensive knowledge of seafood and knife skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation of sushi bar and equipment
• Follow kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Prepare various forms of sushi, sashimi, rolls and other various items
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of product at the sushi bar
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Work as a supportive team member during the course of the shift
• Performs additional responsibilities at the request of Management and Owners

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience as a sushi chef
• Must have excellent knife skills
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
• Must have knowledge of seafood and best food safety practices
• Must be available to work weekends

Benefits

• Paid weekly!
• Hourly Pay + Tips!
• Health insurance available
• 401k option
• All major holidays off
• No late nights!
• Discounts on food and merchandise