Sushi Chef — Craft Artful Rolls & Elevated Dining

Kona-Grill; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Group Life and Disability Insurance

Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, &

Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan

Employee Dining Discounts/Onsite Meals

Career Development & GrowthOpportunit

Paid Sick Time (if applicable)

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

Job summary

Kona Grill is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef in Carmel, Indiana to craft high-quality sushi and sashimi with precision and creativity. You will deliver exceptional dishes with top-tier presentation and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include preparing sushi, sashimi, and maki, maintaining rice, safety, and plating standards, and collaborating with BOH/FOH teams to ensure a seamless dining experience during dinner service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sushi Chef or Sushi Cook in a high-volume restaurant.
• Expertise in sushi preparation, knife skills, and traditional Japanese techniques.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to presentation, freshness, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute all sushi, sashimi, and maki rolls according to Kona Grill's high standards.
• Maintain a deep understanding of fish quality, proper cutting techniques, and sushi preparation.
• Ensure consistency in knife cuts, portioning, and plating for all sushi dishes.
• Follow strict food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines for handling raw fish and seafood.
• Manage daily mise en place, including ingredient preparation, rice cooking, and sauce production.
• Maintain a clean, organized sushi station, ensuring efficiency during high-volume service.
• Monitor inventory levels of seafood, produce, and other sushi-related items to ensure freshness.
• Work collaboratively with the BOH and FOH teams to ensure a seamless dining experience.
• Engage with guests when appropriate, providing sushi recommendations and an interactive experience.
• Execute tasks assigned by Chefs and Kitchen Leadership with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Skills

Sushi chef experience

Knife skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Food safety handling

Team player

Job description

Kona Grill is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef in Carmel, Indiana to craft high-quality sushi and sashimi with precision and creativity. You will deliver exceptional dishes with top-tier presentation and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include preparing sushi, sashimi, and maki, maintaining rice, safety, and plating standards, and collaborating with BOH/FOH teams to ensure a seamless dining experience during dinner service.