Chef de Cuisine, Neighborhood Sushi Dallas
About The Position
About MML Hospitality McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML) is dedicated to creating some of the world’s chicest hotels and restaurants. Founded by Larry McGuire and Tom Moorman alongside hotelier Liz Lambert, MML blends culinary excellence, thoughtful design, and refined service to create immersive hospitality experiences. MML owns and operates its properties, including Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans, with additional projects in development in Aspen and Austin. Our long-term ownership philosophy allows us to focus on meaningful, quality-driven concepts in places we love. About Neighborhood Sushi Neighborhood Sushi is a Japanese-inspired restaurant that blends traditional technique with Texas influence and warm hospitality. The menu honors classic sushi bar traditions — pristine nigiri, sashimi, seasonal crudos, light soups, and composed small plates — alongside inventive preparations featuring local ingredients. Designed with clean Japanese aesthetics and elevated detail, Neighborhood Sushi is built to be a true neighborhood destination where craftsmanship, hospitality, and thoughtful design come together seamlessly. Position Summary Neighborhood Sushi is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen and steward the restaurant’s culinary vision. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on precision, consistency, operational excellence, and team development.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of progressive kitchen management experience (Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine)
- Strong knowledge of seafood-driven cuisine and precise knife skills
- Experience in upscale, chef-driven, or boutique dining environments preferred
- Proven leadership and team development experience
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage labor and food cost effectively
- English fluency required; Spanish proficiency preferred
- Culinary degree preferred but not required
- Full-time position
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand and move for extended periods
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in environments with heat, steam, and cold exposure
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed
Nice To Haves
- Experience in upscale, chef-driven, or boutique dining environments preferred
- Spanish proficiency preferred
- Culinary degree preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all daily back-of-house operations
- Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation
- Oversee prep structure, service execution, and kitchen organization
- Train, mentor, and develop kitchen team members
- Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
- Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service
- Uphold MML’s culture of refinement, hospitality, and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Potential
- Paid Time Off
- MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
- Beverage & Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
- Community Service Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
