Sushi Chef - Cross-Location, High-Volume Prep & Growth

Goodwin Recruiting; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone stipend

Inter-location transportation

Health insurance (partial)

Paid time off

Training & development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is assisting a contemporary Japanese restaurant group in Chicago, IL, with a Sushi Chef opening that serves both Oak Brook and Chicago locations. This role focuses on premium sushi, sashimi, and a collaborative kitchen culture, offering growth opportunities within the organization.

Competitive compensation will reflect experience, with benefits that include a monthly cell phone stipend, inter-site transportation when scheduled, partial health insurance, PTO, ongoing training,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional sushi experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and experience with fish fabrication.
• Skilled in preparing nigiri, sashimi, maki, and other sushi preparations.
• In-depth knowledge of fish handling, storage, sanitation, and food safety.
• Sharp attention to product quality, portioning, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality sushi and sashimi according to established standards.
• Fabricate fish and manage daily product rotation and storage.
• Set up and break down the sushi station, maintaining strict cleanliness and organization.
• Execute nigiri, sashimi, and maki production with precision and consistency.
• Monitor and ensure freshness, quality, and proper sanitation.
• Engage with guests at the sushi bar, delivering genuine hospitality and product knowledge.

Skills

Knife skills

Fish fabrication

Nigiri & Sashimi

Fish handling

Sanitation

Time management

Team communication

Fine-dining sushi

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is assisting a contemporary Japanese restaurant group in Chicago, IL, with a Sushi Chef opening that serves both Oak Brook and Chicago locations. This role focuses on premium sushi, sashimi, and a collaborative kitchen culture, offering growth opportunities within the organization.

Competitive compensation will reflect experience, with benefits that include a monthly cell phone stipend, inter-site transportation when scheduled, partial health insurance, PTO, ongoing training,