Chef, Sushic Operations

Sushic • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Sushic, LLC, an affiliated company of Tokyo Gardens Company, is a Houston-based provider of full-service sushi and Asian food operations in retail stores, universities, and corporate offices nationwide. The Sushic Operations Chef provides hands-on support to the Catering and Kitchen team, assisting with event preparation, concession operations, and daily kitchen production across catering and direct-store-delivery (DSD) programs. The role follows established procedures, takes ownership of assigned work, and supports Omakase experiences and priority daytime orders under the guidance of senior culinary staff.

The position is onsite at the Houston headquarters, Monday through Friday. The role is full-time and exempt. Nights and weekends may be needed to meet event schedules, and travel to local event sites is required as needed.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in a kitchen, prep, or line cook role in catering, sushi, or food service.
• Foundational knife skills and basic familiarity with sushi preparation, fish handling, or kitchen workflows.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, work in a fast-paced kitchen, complete assigned tasks thoroughly, and communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Neat grooming and a professional appearance for client-facing service.
• Comfort working in varied kitchen environments, including walk-in coolers and hot prep lines, and working nights or weekends as needed for event schedules.
• Food Handler certification.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and travel to local event sites as needed.
• Basic written and verbal English communication skills and basic computer literacy.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Omakase experience.
• Experience in concession, event, or high-volume production kitchens.

Responsibilities

• Assist with catering-event preparation, including portioning ingredients, basic fish breakdown, preparing sauces and garnishes, and packing items according to recipes and Head Chef instructions.
• Support local convention-center concession programs by maintaining stock levels, preparing ingredients, and following management's operational checklists.
• Provide secondary support during Omakase and live sushi events by setting up workstations, preparing ingredients, and assisting senior chefs onsite.
• Perform assigned preparation tasks for hot food and specialty menu items during peak seasons under the Lead Chef's direction.
• Fulfill assigned direct-store-delivery and daytime tray orders while following standard portioning and presentation guidelines.
• Assist with daily inventory counts and report low ingredient levels or stock shortages to the Head Chef.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control protocols; keep work areas, tools, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with kitchen colleagues, communicate clearly, and ask clarifying questions to ensure tasks are completed accurately.
• Assist with storefront openings and other routine kitchen duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Paid health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Annual bonus incentive.
• Base salary plus commission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed