Sushi Chef
Zuma Restaurants
As a Zuma Sushi Chef, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience. You'll create memorable moments, embody our vibrant restaurant energy, and play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards that define the Zuma experience. Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four incredible locations across the Middle East; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Riyadh. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma is proud to be part of the Azumi collection. Life at Zuma At Zuma, we're more than a restaurant – we're a vibrant community fueled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values: Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection – putting pride in everything we do Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do Main Duties Your key responsibilities will include: • Assist in the preparation of sushi ingredients, including cutting fish, preparing vegetables, and portioning ingredients, to ensure smooth kitchen operations. • Support the sushi team with basic food preparation tasks under the supervision of senior chefs, ensuring all dishes are prepared to brand standards. • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sushi station, while adhering to all hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards. • Consistently strive for quality of service and maintain excellence and consistency in the experience delivered to our guests. What We Look For Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following: • A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine • Preferably experience as a Sushi Chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant • A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team • Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences Benefits We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands Family Meals are shared daily Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide! Our Commitment to Inclusivity We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage. Compensation: Competitive salary
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About this role
As a Zuma Sushi Chef, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience. You'll create memorable moments, embody our vibrant restaurant energy, and play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards that define the Zuma experience.
Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. Our global collection includes four incredible locations across the Middle East; Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Riyadh. Our venues are icons in each of their hospitality landscapes, demonstrating our commitment to excellence and to elevating our guest experiences. Zuma is proud to be part of the Azumi collection.
Life at Zuma
At Zuma, we're more than a restaurant – we're a vibrant community fueled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values:
Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection – putting pride in everything we do
Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness
Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do
Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Assist in the preparation of sushi ingredients, including cutting fish, preparing vegetables, and portioning ingredients, to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Support the sushi team with basic food preparation tasks under the supervision of senior chefs, ensuring all dishes are prepared to brand standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sushi station, while adhering to all hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Consistently strive for quality of service and maintain excellence and consistency in the experience delivered to our guests.
What We Look For
Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:
• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Preferably experience as a Sushi Chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences
Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands Family Meals are shared daily Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.
Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.
Compensation: Competitive salary
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