Sushi Sous Chef — Lead, Train & Elevate Dining

Nami Nori; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

56 hours PTO annually

40 hours vacation time annually for mg

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Pre-tax health care spending

Commuter benefits

Employee dining discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Launchpad Hospitality is hiring a Sous Chef to join Nami Nori's new Virginia Beach location, an iconic restaurant where Pharrell Williams is a partner. We’re looking for someone energetic, experienced, and ready to take on a leadership role—someone passionate about great food, exceptional service, and inspiring a team.

The Sous Chef supports the Chef de Cuisine in all kitchen operations, including food production, coaching and training, ordering & inventory, and maintaining department of health

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience managing a team and delegating tasks.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.
• Adaptability in a dynamic environment and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef de Cuisine in all kitchen operations, including food production and staff coaching.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory while maintaining health standards.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Customer Service Orientation

Adaptability

Time Management

Creativity in Food Preparation

Culinary Knowledge

Health and Safety Compliance

Coaching and Mentoring

Compliance With Health Standards

Inventory Management

Collaboration With Kitchen Staff

Problem Solving Under Pressure

Crisis Management

Effective Communication in a Team Set

Strategic Planning

Passion for Culinary Arts

Effective Decision Making

Ability to Work Collaboratively

Job description

Launchpad Hospitality is hiring a Sous Chef to join Nami Nori's new Virginia Beach location, an iconic restaurant where Pharrell Williams is a partner. We’re looking for someone energetic, experienced, and ready to take on a leadership role—someone passionate about great food, exceptional service, and inspiring a team.

The Sous Chef supports the Chef de Cuisine in all kitchen operations, including food production, coaching and training, ordering & inventory, and maintaining department of health