Sushi Chef

Sustainable Restaurant Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Vacation time

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

A purpose-driven restaurant group in Denver is seeking a Sushi Chef to collaborate with kitchen teams in creating fresh, innovative sushi experiences. Candidates should have a passion for Japanese cuisine, experience in food safety, and culinary training is preferred. The role offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and benefits including health insurance and 401(k). Bring your skills to a fast-paced environment that values team spirit and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Passion for Japanese cuisine and a love of learning.
• Commitment to food safety, cleanliness, and organized food handling.
• Extra kudos if you have a year or more in high-volume or guest-facing kitchens.
• 1–2 years of culinary experience or formal training preferred for Sushi Chefs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to create fresh sushi.
• Focus on veggie prep, rice perfection, and rolling sushi.
• Fish breakdown and guest interaction at the sushi bar.

Skills

Passion for Japanese cuisine

Commitment to food safety

Teamwork

Culinary experience

Education

Culinary training preferred

Job description

Description

Bamboo Sushi is a restaurant of purpose. Through our food, our service and our spirit, we are offering an experience that seeks to inspire.

Health, Wealth & Happiness

• We’re hiring! Full-time roles with flexible scheduling.
• Competitive pay$20.00 - $23.00 with wages + tips averaging $28.00 + / hour!
• Benefits include Health and Life Insurance for team members averaging 25 hours a week or more.
• Time to recharge! Vacation starts at up to 2 weeks per year for years 1–5.
• Future planning? We offer a 401(k) with a company match.
• Employee perks, discounts, and all the sushi you could wish for!
• Room to grow, learn, and thrive with us—professional development encouraged.

Bring to the Table

• Passion for Japanese cuisine and a love of learning.
• A commitment to food safety, cleanliness, and organized food handling.
• A knack for teamwork, keeping your space neat, and staying engaged.
• Extra kudos if you have a year or more in high-volume or guest-facing kitchens.
• For Sushi Chefs: 1–2 years of culinary experience or formal training preferred.

About the Role

Our Sushi Chefs collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to create fresh, beautiful sushi that keeps guests returning. Develop skills and advance through three unique stations:

• Roll Station: Focus on fresh veggie prep, rice perfection, and rolling sushi.
• Front Station: Fish breakdown, nigiri mastery, and omakase creations—plus guest interaction at the sushi bar.
• Wheel Station: Coordinate orders and craft sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi to perfection.

The Vibe

• Fast-paced, full-service restaurant energy with a buzz that keeps you on your toes.
• Physical tasks include moving around the kitchen, using tools, and savoring flavors to ensure top quality.

Equal Opportunity & ADA Accommodations

We are an equal-opportunity employer and embrace diversity as a critical component of our success. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We celebrate our diverse team and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of this role, please don\'t hesitate to reach out to our HR team. We’re here to support you and ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

Ready to dive in and bring your sushi skills to life?