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Omei Restaurant Group is seeking an exceptional Multi-Unit Executive Chef with extensive expertise in sushi, omakase, and Japanese cuisine to oversee our acclaimed restaurant operations throughout Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota.

This is more than an Executive Chef position. It is an opportunity to influence the culinary direction of a growing hospitality group known for precision, innovation, craftsmanship, and unforgettable dining experiences.

We are searching for a hands-on culinary leader who can uphold Michelin-level standards, strengthen kitchen operations, develop exceptional chefs, and ensure consistency across multiple high-performing restaurants.

• Provide strategic and hands-on culinary leadership across multiple restaurant locations.

• Oversee the execution and continued development of sushi, sashimi, omakase, and elevated Japanese cuisine.

• Maintain exceptional standards for seafood quality, preparation, knife work, presentation, and guest experience.

• Develop seasonal menus while preserving the unique culinary identity of each restaurant.

• Standardize recipes, plating guides, production methods, and quality-control procedures.

• Partner with Executive Chefs, Sushi Chefs, Sous Chefs, and restaurant leadership to ensure consistent execution.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop high-performing culinary teams.

• Conduct regular kitchen evaluations, tastings, and performance reviews.

• Manage food costs, inventory, purchasing, labor, scheduling, waste reduction, and kitchen productivity.

• Build strong vendor relationships and ensure access to premium seafood and specialty ingredients.

• Support restaurant openings, special events, private dining experiences, and menu launches.

• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, organization, and workplace professionalism.

• Travel regularly between locations throughout Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota.

• At least seven years of progressive culinary leadership experience in upscale Japanese, sushi, omakase, or fine-dining restaurants.

• Significant experience as an Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, Culinary Director, or Multi-Unit Chef.

• Advanced knowledge of sushi preparation, sashimi, seafood fabrication, Japanese knife skills, rice preparation, and traditional Japanese culinary techniques.

• Experience working in Michelin-starred or Michelin-recognized restaurants is strongly preferred.

• Proven success managing culinary operations across multiple locations.

• Strong knowledge of menu development, recipe costing, inventory controls, purchasing, labor management, and kitchen systems.

• Demonstrated ability to develop chefs, build accountable teams, and improve operational performance.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to balance creativity and innovation with consistency, efficiency, and financial performance.

• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel throughout the assigned region.

• Lead the culinary direction of Michelin-recognized and chef-driven restaurants.

• Work with talented culinary professionals committed to excellence.

• Influence menus, systems, training, and future restaurant growth.

• Showcase premium seafood, Japanese ingredients, and advanced culinary techniques.

• Receive competitive executive compensation based on experience.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Paid Time Off.

• Dining privileges across Omei Restaurant Group.

• Long-term professional growth within an expanding hospitality organization.

Position: 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, holidays, and regular travel between locations are required
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience

At Omei Restaurant Group, every detail matters—from the quality of the fish and preparation of the rice to the leadership and discipline behind each service.

We are looking for a chef who deeply respects Japanese culinary traditions, embraces thoughtful innovation, and has the leadership experience to elevate multiple restaurant teams.

Apply today and help shape the next chapter of Omei Restaurant Group’s culinary story.

Omei Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace.