Chef de Cuisine

Nova Hospitality • Austin, TX

118d

About The Position

NEPTUNE sushi offers carefully curated, intently crafted bowls and sushi for delivery and pickup only. We start with clean, premium ingredients, from responsibly sourced seafood to house-made sauces, and finish with meals that are made fresh to order, packaged to travel, and always full of flavor. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join the NEPTUNE sushi team as a Chef de Cuisine. This crucial role carries significant responsibility for ensuring accuracy and upholding our high standards at all times.

Requirements

• 3 or more years of experience in a supervisory/leadership role in a sushi kitchen; Head Sushi Chef or Sous Chef preferred.
• Ability to obtain all work cards.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various sushi techniques.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor a diverse team of culinary professionals.
• Exceptional personality and hospitality-driven attitude.
• Proven leadership and training skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, guest service-driven environment.
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team with a supportive leadership style.
• Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri, and sashimi.
• Execute pre-established recipes and standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality.
• Establish result-oriented objectives for the kitchen and personal professional development.
• Control direct labor costs and create weekly schedules for kitchen staff.
• Supervise and support the correct procedure of preparation, presentation, and portion control for all raw and cooked foods.
• Conduct daily line checks and quality control to ensure high-quality product production.
• Adapt to changes and adjustments in the kitchen environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level