Sushi Assistant Chef
Company: Compass Business Solutions
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available for
a skilled and creative Sushi Assistant Chef to join a prestigious
and private members' club located in Washington, DC servicing UHNW
clientele. The club offers a refined dining experience to its
distinguished membership. This role is integral to the culinary
team, with a focus on delivering exceptional sushi offerings and
contributing to an elevated and memorable dining experience.
Position Overview The Sushi Assistant Chef should have a passion
for Japanese cuisine, excellent knife skills, and a deep
understanding of sushi preparation techniques. As a Sushi Assistant
Chef, you will be responsible for crafting exquisite sushi dishes,
maintaining the highest standards of food quality, and ensuring a
memorable dining experience for our members. Principal (Essential)
Duties Prepare a wide range of dishes, including nigiri, sashimi,
maki rolls, and specialty rolls, using traditional Japanese
techniques and rice cookery. Source and select the freshest and
highest quality seafood, vegetables, and other ingredients
necessary for sushi preparation. Demonstrate exceptional knife
skills and filleting fish as well as other ingredients. Collaborate
with the culinary team to create innovative and visually appealing
sushi offerings that meet member preferences and dietary
requirements. Maintain strict hygiene and food safety standards in
compliance with health regulations. Ensure the safe handling and
storage of seafood and other perishable items. Mentor and manage
inventory levels for sushi ingredients, ensuring adequate stock
while minimizing waste. Pay meticulous attention to the visual
presentation of each dish, ensuring it meets the club’s aesthetic
standards. Work closely with kitchen staff, including Sous Chefs
and Line Cooks, to coordinate the timing of sushi orders with other
menu items. Maintain a clean and organized sushi station and
workplace, including regular cleaning of utensils, cutting boards
and equipment. Attending staff meetings. And any other tasks
assigned by the Executive Chef or Sushi Chef. Qualifications &
Experience Associate's degree in culinary art required. Minimum of
3 years' of relevant experience; proven experience as a Sushi Chef.
Ability to satisfactorily communicate in job-related English.
Understanding of food and safety and sanitation practices. In-depth
knowledge of sushi preparation techniques, knife skills and sushi
etiquette. Knowledge of high-quality sushi concepts including
omakase. Well versed in sushi ingredients and Japanese fishes.
Ability to work varied shift and flexible schedule in a hot, humid,
and nosey environment. Why Join Us This is a unique opportunity to
become part of a close-knit, high-performing culinary team within
one of Washington, DC’s private clubs. As a Sushi Assistant Chef ,
you will play a key role in elevating the member dining experience
and upholding the club’s mission of culinary excellence. If you are
passionate about traditional and contemporary sushi preparation,
thrive in a refined, service-focused environment, and take pride in
your craft, we invite you to apply. The hourly rate range for this
role is $28.84 - $34.50, based on relevant experience.
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