Sushi Chef
Company: Compass Business Solutions
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
About the Role An exciting opportunity has become available for
a skilled and creative Sushi 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 Chef should have a passion for Japanese cuisine, excellent
knife skills, and a deep understanding of sushi preparation
techniques. As a Sushi 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.
Qualifications & Experience Associate's degree in culinary art
required. Minimum of 5 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 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 salary range for this role is
$90,000-$110,000, based on relevant experience.
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