Sushi Chef De Partie - Lead Sushi Team on Rooftop

The Ned; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

Complimentary meals

Learning & development programs

Hotel/dining discounts

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Rewards & recognition

Job summary

The Ned in Washington DC is seeking a Sushi Chef De Partie to lead the sushi section under the Head Sushi Chef, preparing sashimi, nigiri, rolls and rice with Ned's high standards.

You will work with the Sous and Executive Chefs to manage mise-en-place, mentor the team, recruit and onboard new starters, and maintain immaculate records to support safety and audit results. This role suits an aspiring Sous Chef aiming to develop leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in all sushi skills.
• Experience in a culinary leadership role in an Asian restaurant concept.
• Previous kitchen leadership with a track record of delivering outstanding food and people management.
• High standards are essential for guests and safety.
• An organized and detailed approach for impeccable records and audits.
• Creative flair for seasonally changing menus and food design.

Responsibilities

• Butcher and care for whole fish, make sashimi, nigiri, sushi rice and rolls expeditiously.
• Lead the sushi section day-to-day and support kitchen operation in the absence of senior chefs.
• Assist with people leadership tasks: recruitment, development, onboarding, performance chats.
• Coach the team to maintain food quality and presentation.
• Create a safe, clean kitchen environment and uphold food safety standards.
• Prepare all meat, fish, sushi, poultry and vegetables for the kitchen.

Skills

Sushi skills

Culinary leadership

Kitchen leadership

High standards

Organized & record keeping

Creativity in menu design

Calm under pressure

Aspiring Sous Chef

Job description

The Ned in Washington DC is seeking a Sushi Chef De Partie to lead the sushi section under the Head Sushi Chef, preparing sashimi, nigiri, rolls and rice with Ned's high standards.

You will work with the Sous and Executive Chefs to manage mise-en-place, mentor the team, recruit and onboard new starters, and maintain immaculate records to support safety and audit results. This role suits an aspiring Sous Chef aiming to develop leadership skills.