Sushi Chef Jobs in Roslyn, NY

A Sushi Chef, also called an Itamae, holds a specialized and prestigious position within the culinary industry. Their primary role is to prepare traditional Japanese sushi dishes, but their responsibilities don't stop there. They are also responsible for selecting and purchasing fresh fish and seafood, creating menus, managing kitchen staff, and ensuring cleanliness and food safety regulations are met. To convey the aesthetics of sushi making, Itamaes must also have artistic skills to present the dishes in a visually appealing manner. Their interaction with customers, particularly in sushi bars, requires them to have excellent customer service abilities as well.

Before becoming a Sushi Chef, one must undergo rigorous training and experience. It typically starts with roles such as a kitchen helper, apprentice or line cook in a sushi restaurant where they learn basic kitchen skills and Japanese cuisine. Some aspiring Itamaes also work as sous chefs to gain more hands-on experience. The most important certification for a sushi chef is the Food Handler's Card, but a formal culinary education and additional certifications like the Certification for Japanese Culinary Skills or the All Japan Sushi Association certification can boost their career. Mastery of knife skills, understanding of Japanese culinary traditions, attention to detail, and creativity are among the crucial skills for a Sushi Chef.

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Sushi Chef

  • Oyster Bay, NY (8 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oyster Bay, NY (8 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Part time sushi chef every Wednsday in Oyster Bay for pop up in existing restaurant...

Sushi Chef wanted for new Japanese restaurant

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience and have excellent fish preparation and sushi making skills. The sushi chef will support the chef owner at the sushi counter....

Sushi Cook

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Reserve Cut is looking to hire a passionate and talented Sushi Cook to join our downtown team At Reserve Cut, the Sushi Cook prepares and assembles...

Line/ Garde Manger/ Fish Butcher/ Pastry/ Prep/ Sushi Chefs

  • Roslyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Roslyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

No experience with Japanese cuisine is required but is preferred. This will be for a high end fine dining restaurant in the heart of Roslyn so transportation will be necessary....

Manhattan Lobster Place is looking for a Sushi Chef

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

If so, wed love to have you join Lobster Place Seafood Hall as a Sushi Chef!...

Sushi Chef

  • Lodi, NJ (23 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ (23 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a responsible and dedicated individual to join our team. Work Schedule: 1. Option 1: Tuesday to Saturday (45 days, one person) Or: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 2. Option...

Sushi Chef

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Since 2011, HAND has actively expanded Korean and Japanese cuisines throughout Midtown, New York....

Seeking experienced sushi chef for restaurant in Midwood Brooklyn

  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a skilled Sushi Chef to join our team at a bustling kosher sushi restaurant in the heart of Brooklyn....

Sushi Chef / Sushi Station for Japanese Restaurant

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago

The Gallery in Flatiron is searching for the sushi chef. - Must have worked for Japanese restaurant. - Must have professional knife skills. - Must have knowledge about Japanese cuisine. - Able to work...

Sushi chef (omakase)

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

If you have a deep understanding of sushi technique and a love for Japanese cuisine, we want to meet you!...

Seeking Experience Sushi Chef

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

FULL TIME AVAILABLE Compensation: $25 - $28 Sushi Chef Requirements: 2 years minimum of New York restaurant experience/Sushi Chef experience Have a strong skill for butchering multiple different fish...

Sushi Chef

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Detail Teamwork Sushi Making Fish Butchery Quality Control Food Preparation Sushi Knowledge Advanced Knife Skills Fish Knowledge Japanese Cuisine Communication Inventory Management Read more...

Sushi chef (omakase)

  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (24 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Estamos en la busqueda de un talentoso y apasionado chef de sushi con experiencia en omakase para unirse a nuestro equipo( Banzai sushi]. Si tienes un profundo conocimiento de la tecnica del sushi...

Sushi Chef

  • Emerson, NJ (23 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Emerson, NJ (23 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Morgan Steakhouse and Sushi Bar | Flame and Fin Westwood, New Jersey Position: Executive Sushi Chef We are seeking a talented and experienced Executive Sushi Chef to join our team....

Head Sushi Chef Needed

  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Roslyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

High End Supermarket Seeks Executive Sushi Chef with an emphasis in unique Sushi Rolls and recipes that are second to none....

Demographic Data for Roslyn, NY

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Salary for Sushi Chef Jobs in Roslyn, NY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sushi Chef positions.



Highest Education Level

Sushi Chefs in Roslyn, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.9%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
High School or GED
24.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sushi Chefs in Roslyn, NY
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%


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