Sushi Station Lead — Japanese Fine-Dining

Akari; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akari in New York is seeking a Sushi Chef de Partie to lead a station, ensure high-quality plating, and uphold the restaurant's standards. The role requires precise execution, clean work area, and strong teamwork with the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.

You will handle mise en place, follow standard recipes, accommodate guest requests, and communicate shortages. A culinary degree or equivalent experience in a Japanese fine dining setting, plus food safety certification, are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary degree and/or equivalent practical working experience in a kitchen, preferably in a Japanese fine dining restaurant.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Food Safety certified.
• Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision.
• Very high attention to detail.
• Sensitive to cultural nuances.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance per company policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operations of your assigned station for that day.
• Assist in daily prep or other tasks assigned by Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.
• Prepare mise en place and pars; use proper recipes and fresh products.
• Read and interpret dupes accurately.
• Communicate menu items, issues, or shortages with Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.
• Accommodate guest requests; ensure requests are relayed to keep standards.
• Use standard recipes and plate presentations to maintain quality.
• Monitor items running low and notify the team.
• Maintain good relationships with back of house, front of house, staff and guests.
• Store all items properly at end of shift; label and date products.

Skills

Culinary degree

Kitchen experience

Japanese fine dining

Food Safety certified

Multilingual a plus

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

Akari in New York is seeking a Sushi Chef de Partie to lead a station, ensure high-quality plating, and uphold the restaurant's standards. The role requires precise execution, clean work area, and strong teamwork with the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine.

You will handle mise en place, follow standard recipes, accommodate guest requests, and communicate shortages. A culinary degree or equivalent experience in a Japanese fine dining setting, plus food safety certification, are essential.