Area Sushi Chef – Multi‑Outlet Leadership

About the role

Kitopi is seeking an experienced Area Sushi Chef to uphold and elevate the culinary standards of its sushi brand across multiple outlets in the region. You will lead the preparation, presentation, and quality control of sushi dishes while mentoring kitchen teams to deliver consistent, authentic experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Own sushi brand standards across all locations, from knife work and fish preparation to plating.
• Develop, document, and enforce recipes, portion guides, and SOPs specific to sushi production.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on sushi techniques, station setup, and service execution.
• Conduct regular outlet visits and quality audits, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with culinary and menu development teams on new sushi offerings, seasonal specials, and product trials.
• Monitor food safety, allergen protocols, and hygiene compliance in line with UAE regulations.
• Support inventory management, fish sourcing, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Partner with operations on food cost control, kitchen KPIs, and labor efficiency.
• Lead kitchen readiness for new outlet openings, ensuring brand standards are embedded from day one.

Required profile

• 5+ years as a Sushi Chef, with at least 2 years in a senior or multi‑outlet role.
• Deep expertise in Japanese culinary techniques, including sushi, sashimi, maki, nigiri, and omakase‑style preparation.
• Strong knowledge of fish quality, sourcing, butchery, and handling best practices.
• Proven experience building and training kitchen teams on sushi‑specific skills.
• Solid understanding of food cost, waste control, and operational discipline.
• Passionate about quality, consistency, and authentic guest experiences.

Required skills

• Sushi preparation
• Fish butchery
• Food safety compliance
• Portioning and recipe documentation

What we offer

• Extensive learning opportunities with both hard and soft skill training.
• Exposure to a fast‑growing food‑tech company operating 200+ locations across the MENA region.
• Collaborative environment with access to innovative kitchen technology (SKOS).