Sushi Chef - JOEY Manhattan Beach

JOEY Restaurant Group is a renowned hospitality company dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences through its innovative menus and outstanding service. Established in 1992 as a family business, JOEY has grown into an iconic brand with more than 50 locations across Canada and the United States. The group continuously expands its footprint while maintaining a warm, inclusive, and creative work environment, emphasizing the development, education, and empowerment of its employees.

As a leader in the restaurant industry, JOEY offers artisanal menus inspired by both local and global flavors, crafted by award-winning chefs and presented by hospitality professionals who provide world-class service in vibrant and modern settings. The company culture is built on authenticity, warmth, and attentiveness, with team members encouraged to embody honesty, integrity, and excellence. This makes JOEY a distinctive employer where personal growth and professional success are highly valued and supported.

The Sushi Chef role at JOEY is a critical position responsible for preparing high-quality sushi dishes that enhance the overall dining experience. Sushi Chefs at JOEY are passionate about culinary artistry and committed to consistently delivering world-class products. This position requires crafting every dish on the sushi menu efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrating skillful use of various preparation and cooking methods including chopping, slicing, grilling, sautéing, frying, and more.

Candidates for this role typically earn between $16.90 and $28.00 per hour, with eligibility to participate in the company’s tip pool, which in average provides between $5.00 and $12.00 per hour in tips. The role offers both full-time and part-time employment opportunities, accommodating flexible schedules to support diverse lifestyles and career goals.

Sushi Chefs are tasked with preparing ingredients, managing inventory levels, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and ensuring food quality and presentation meet JOEY’s rigorous standards. They also support kitchen operations through opening and closing duties and coordinate closely with other kitchen stations to ensure smooth service. Safety compliance in handling kitchen equipment and food is paramount to the role.

Working at JOEY means being part of a team that values problem-solving, mutual support, and a drive for excellence. Employees are expected to communicate effectively, maintain professionalism, and contribute positively to a collaborative work environment. The role demands physical endurance for extended standing periods and manual tasks, reflecting the dynamic and hands-on nature of culinary work.

JOEY Restaurant Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing reasonable accommodations when needed. With ongoing training, development programs, and competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as employee discounts and paid sick leave, JOEY represents an excellent career choice for culinary professionals eager to advance their skills and join a vibrant hospitality community.