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About the company
Premier Services and Recruitment
Human Resources
Sushi Chef
Japanese and Chinese restaurant chain located in Jordan
is opening new branches in Egypt.
New Cairo
Prepares traditional and contemporary Japanese dishes, including nigiri, sashimi, maki rolls, and vinegared rice, while maintaining strict food safety and presentation standards.
Core Responsibilities
• Food Preparation: Slice, fillet, and prepare raw fish, seafood, and vegetables with high precision.
• Rice & Menu Crafting: Cook and season traditional vinegared sushi rice and develop creative sushi or set menus.
• Quality & Safety Control: Inspect ingredients for freshness, handle raw fish safely, and adhere to HACCP and local health regulations.
• Inventory & Ordering: Manage daily stock levels, track food rotation, and minimize kitchen waste.
• Customer Interaction: Serve guests directly at the sushi bar (when applicable), explain menu items, and accommodate special dietary requests.
• Kitchen Leadership: Train and supervise junior kitchen staff, helpers, or apprentices.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
• Experience: Proven hands-on experience working as a sushi chef in a high-volume or upscale Japanese restaurant.
• Technical Skills: Mastery of knife skills, fish butchery, rice seasoning, and rolling techniques (nigiri, maki, temaki).
• Certifications: Valid food handler’s license or HACCP food safety certification (formal culinary school or specialized training is a plus).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long, fast-paced shifts and perform repetitive manual tasks.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, attention to detail, and a calm demeanor under pressure.