SUSHI CHEF
Sushi Siam — Champaign, Illinois
Sushi Siam is looking for an experienced, dependable, and hardworking Sushi Chef to join our team. We are a locally owned restaurant committed to quality food, excellent presentation, consistency, and a positive team environment.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their craft, understands the importance of fresh ingredients and proper preparation, and can maintain high standards in a busy restaurant environment.
Position Details
Position: Sushi Chef
Schedule: 6 days per week
Hours:
- 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
- 4:20 PM – approximately 9:00 PM
- Split shift with approximately 58 scheduled hours per week
Responsibilities
- Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, specialty rolls, and other menu items according to Sushi Siam recipes and standards.
- Maintain consistent food quality, portioning, freshness, and presentation.
- Properly prepare, handle, store, and portion fresh seafood and other ingredients.
- Demonstrate strong knife skills, including fish cutting and filleting.
- Prepare sushi rice and maintain proper rice seasoning and consistency.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient sushi station throughout service.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and seafood-handling requirements.
- Work efficiently during busy lunch and dinner services while maintaining attention to detail.
- Monitor inventory and communicate ingredient and supply needs.
- Help minimize food waste while maintaining product quality.
- Work closely with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.
- Assist with training and mentoring junior kitchen staff when appropriate.
- Perform other kitchen and preparation duties as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience working as a Sushi Chef, Assistant Sushi Chef, or in a similar high-volume Asian cuisine setting.
- Extensive knowledge of sushi preparation techniques, including strong knife skills for fish cutting and filleting.
- Knowledge of sushi rice preparation and proper rice seasoning techniques.
- Familiarity with food safety regulations and proper seafood handling and storage practices.
- Experience managing inventory and ordering supplies while minimizing waste and maintaining quality.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced restaurant environment while maintaining attention to detail and consistency.
- Knowledge of Japanese culinary traditions, including familiarity with various fish types, ingredients, sauces, and presentation styles.
- Strong understanding of cleanliness, sanitation, and proper kitchen organization.
- Prior experience mentoring or training junior kitchen staff is a plus.
- Strong communication skills, reliability, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Compensation & Benefits
- $15.20–$17.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Overtime paid in accordance with Illinois law.
- Employee meal provided during each shift.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
Why Join Sushi Siam?
If you’re looking for a long-term opportunity with a locally owned restaurant that values quality, teamwork, consistency, and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you.
Join a team where your skills and experience are valued, and where there are opportunities to grow with the restaurant.
Apply today and become part of the Sushi Siam family!
Pay: $15.20 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
