Sushi Sous Chef

MML Hospitality group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Restaurant property discounts

Advancement opportunities

Community service opportunities

Job summary

Neighborhood Sushi at MML Hospitality in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Sushi Sous Chef to support the sushi bar, lead the team, and uphold high standards of Japanese cuisine.

You will work closely with the Executive Chef to ensure quality, knife skills, fish fabrication, and proper inventory while training staff and maintaining a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional sushi experience in a restaurant environment.
• Proven proficiency in nigiri preparation and execution is required.
• Sushi leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, sushi techniques, and fish fabrication.
• Excellent knife skills and understanding of seafood quality, sourcing, and handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in daily sushi bar operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Prepare and execute nigiri, sashimi, maki, and other Japanese dishes to established standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in nigiri preparation, including fish slicing, rice handling, and presentation.
• Oversee fish fabrication, seafood handling, and proper storage procedures.
• Train, mentor, and support sushi team members in culinary techniques and service standards.
• Maintain consistency in food preparation, portioning, and presentation.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and food cost control.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development and daily specials.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to maintain strong communication between the sushi bar, kitchen, and service teams.
• Help create a positive, organized, and accountable kitchen culture.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Nigiri proficiency

Leadership

Team training

Food safety

English fluency

Education

Food Manager certification

Job description

Description

Who We Are

MML Hospitality is a hospitality group dedicated to creating memorable experiences through thoughtful food, genuine service, and distinctive design. Our growing portfolio includes restaurants, hotels, retail concepts, and some of the most recognized hospitality brands in Texas and beyond.

Neighborhood Sushi is [one-line description of the restaurant]. We are looking for an experienced Sushi Sous Chef to support sushi bar operations, lead and develop the sushi team, and deliver consistent, high-quality Japanese cuisine.

About the Role

The Sushi Sous Chef works closely with the Executive Chef to oversee daily sushi bar operations. This includes food quality and consistency, fish fabrication, team training, inventory and food cost control, and maintaining Neighborhood Sushi and MML Hospitality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership position for a skilled sushi professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The Sushi Sous Chef will lead the sushi team through consistent execution while supporting strong kitchen operations.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Japanese cuisine, exceptional knife skills, and demonstrated proficiency in nigiri preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing daily sushi bar operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Prepare and execute nigiri, sashimi, maki, and other Japanese dishes to established standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in nigiri preparation, including fish slicing, rice handling, and presentation.
• Oversee fish fabrication, seafood handling, and proper storage procedures.
• Train, mentor, and support sushi team members in culinary techniques and service standards.
• Maintain consistency in food preparation, portioning, and presentation.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, receiving, and food cost control.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development and daily specials.
• Partner with front-of-house leadership to maintain strong communication between the sushi bar, kitchen, and service teams.
• Help create a positive, organized, and accountable kitchen culture.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional sushi experience in a restaurant environment.
• Proven proficiency in nigiri preparation and execution is required.
• Sushi leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, sushi techniques, and fish fabrication.
• Excellent knife skills and understanding of seafood quality, sourcing, and handling.
• Ability to maintain quality and consistency in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Understanding of inventory management, food costs, and kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the business.
• Food Manager certification, or the ability to obtain it.
• English fluency required. Spanish and/or Japanese fluency is a plus.

Benefits

MML Hospitality offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Parental leave
• MML property discounts
• Advancement and promotion opportunities
• Community service opportunities

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet the physical demands to perform critical job functions successfully; reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities
• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment
• Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Noise level is usually moderate

Background Check

If an offer is extended for this position, employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal history, and other job-related information as permitted by applicable law.

MML Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.