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Gecko Hospitality

Yakitori Chef

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$58K - $60K/yr

... Japanese cooking techniques, quality ingredients, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. Apply today for this full-time Yakitori Chef / Cook opportunity! Title of Position: Yakitori Chef ...

Omei Restaurant Group

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL

$67K - $93K/yr

Multi-Unit Executive Chef - Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Company: Omei Restaurant Group Territory: Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota, Florida Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Evenings, weekends ...

Te No Te

Sushi Chef

New York, NY

$11.35/hr

The menu centers on open-faced temaki, Japanese snacks, sake, shochu-based drinks, mocktails, tea ... Available full-time or at least 4 shifts per week * Evening and weekend availability required ...

Tori Jiro

Sous Chef

Quincy, MA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Sous Chef - Modern Japanese Concept Work Alongside Award-Winning Chef Chris Location : Quincy, MA (Greater Boston Area) Position : Sous Chef (Full-Time) Compensation : Competitive Salary ...

Tori Jiro

Sous Chef

Quincy, MA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Sous Chef - Modern Japanese Concept Work Alongside Award-Winning Chef Chris Location : Quincy, MA (Greater Boston Area) Position : Sous Chef (Full-Time) Compensation : Competitive Salary ...

Tori Jiro

Sous Chef

Quincy, MA · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Training & development Sous Chef - Modern Japanese Concept Work Alongside Award-Winning Chef Chris Location : Quincy, MA (Greater Boston Area) Position : Sous Chef (Full-Time) Compensation

Roka Akor | Chicago

Sushi Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

Chicago, IL Position: Full-Time Roka Akor is seeking a talented and passionate Sushi Chef to join our culinary team in Chicago. Combining contemporary Japanese cuisine with our signature Robata grill ...

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Work EnvironmentFull-time restaurant or hotel kitchenPart-time shifts at restaurants or events
Employment BenefitsHealth insurance, paid leave, career developmentLimited or no benefits

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Sushi Chef (Full time/Part time)

Akai Hana Japanese Restaurant

Wilmette, IL

$14/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Akai Hana Japanese Restaurant is known for sushi and other Japanese cuisines.

We have been running our business for more than 20 years.

Job Description

We are looking for a sushi chef or kitchen staff to join our team.

We are looking for someone with:

  • Good attitudes and work ethics
  • Great communication skills
  • Cooperative co-workers
  • Able to work in fast-paced environment
  • Able to work in flexible hours

Preferred requirement:

  • At least 3 years of experience in Japanese restaurant
  • Familiar with Japanese cuisine

Starting wage: $14 per hr

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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