Sushi Chef

**About Iki Concepts**

For almost a decade, the team at Iki Concepts has been delivering its passion for well-crafted dishes and spirits to the people of Singapore. We have a lot of pride and heart for crafting quality experiences and show this in how we develop and operate our concepts for guests and how we treat our people in a growth-oriented culture. We equally value traditional techniques and modern ideas knowing that both are important pillars for any hospitality craftsman to be successful in Singapore and, one day, hopefully, the world.

**Why should you join us?**

The people who fit in best here are energized by working with a company that is committed to delivering diverse dining experiences with consistency and care. We are a close-knit, fairly flat team where everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas and solutions at all levels. If you want to be part of a team where your abilities are recognized and appreciated, where you can help grow existing and new concepts, and where you receive close support for your individual growth and career, Iki Concepts is the place for you.

**The Sushi Chef will be responsible for**:

- Leading the planning, creation, and experimentation of new sushi and sashimi menu items and work closely with the team to design an effective, high-quality menu at a fair price for premium izakaya setting.
- Train and monitor the preparation and execution of the sushi and sashimi menu/recipe for all kitchen staff.
- Make recommendations for seasonal purchases of Japan-related ingredients, and establish their potential viability as a product to be sold within Iki Concepts’ premises.
- Assist to create and maintain procedures that will assure food quality and portion consistency, monitor food shipments to ensure they meet established purchasing specifications as well as foster an awareness of the importance of food preparation and quality.
- Actively participate in achieving sales and profitability targets with the team.
- Responsible for producing the relevant recipes, costings, and continuous updates of all costing sheets for food. This includes executing on and maintaining an inventory of products used by their section of the kitchen.
- Work with the marketing, kitchen, and service teams on marketing initiatives and events from the planning to execution phases.
- Ensure a clean, neat, tidy, and odor-free environment prior to guest arrival daily and that the space always adheres to all food safety and health regulations.
- To ensure all equipment is kept in perfect working condition and report any deficiencies
- Maintain and improve kitchen standard operations procedures both in execution as well as in written format.

**Requirements**:

- Over 5 years of relevant experience in a Japanese sushi and sashimi restaurant.
- Able to create dining menus and prepare different types of sushi and sashimi
- Full ability to prepare fresh, whole seafood for use in sushi, sashimi, and other cooking methods.
- Excellent knowledge of Japanese cuisines, their preparation, and service.
- Aware of the latest culinary concepts in a broad range of cuisines.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Well-groomed, professional appearance, and excellent personal hygiene.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $3,200.00 - $4,500.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Food provided