Sushi Chef - JOEY Manhattan Beach

JOEY Restaurants is a renowned and dynamic restaurant group dedicated to delivering the ultimate dining experience. Established in 1992, this family-owned and operated brand has grown into a multi-concept establishment with more than 50 locations across Canada and the United States. Known for its handcrafted, locally and globally inspired menu offerings, JOEY Restaurants prides itself on combining award-winning culinary creations with world-class hospitality in warm, modern, and lively environments. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace that emphasizes training, education, and empowerment, ensuring every team member contributes to an exceptional guest experience.

The role of a Sushi Chef at JOEY Restaurants is pivotal to the company’s success. This position is full-time or part-time and offers a competitive wage scale ranging from $16.90 to $28.00 per hour, with eligibility to participate in the company’s tip pool. On average, employees in this role earn an additional $5.00 to $12.00 per hour in tips, although exact distributions can vary. Sushi Chefs at JOEY are responsible for preparing high-quality sushi dishes while managing the fast-paced and demanding nature of the kitchen environment. The role involves executing precise and consistent preparation of all sushi menu items under pressure while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and quality control.

In this role, Sushi Chefs will be deeply involved in prepping a variety of ingredients and food products to meet specific prep lists, par levels, and recipe standards established by the restaurant. They utilize various cooking and preparation techniques such as washing, chopping, cutting, grilling, roasting, sautéing, and frying, coordinating with other kitchen stations to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of dishes. A key responsibility is maintaining clean, sanitized, and safe prep and cooking areas, reinforcing the company’s strong commitment to health and safety protocols. Additionally, Sushi Chefs help in cleaning and organizing refrigerators, cooler drawers, ovens, prep and dry storage areas, and complete assigned side work and closing duties to support their team.

The ideal candidate possesses between 1 and 3+ years of culinary experience but high-potential candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply. They must have or be able to obtain valid local and/or state Food Handler and California Responsible Beverage Service certifications. A passion for hospitality and a proven record of creating world-class hospitality experiences is essential, alongside the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Physical stamina is required, as this role involves prolonged periods of standing and walking, frequent bending, reaching, stretching, repetitive manual tasks, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

JOEY Restaurants values employees who are genuine, warm, and caring with a mindset rooted in honesty, integrity, and open communication. They seek natural problem solvers who demonstrate passion for quality and professionalism, strong relationship-building, and team-oriented attitudes. Employees are expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, embody confidence and humility, and foster a healthy competitive spirit within their teams. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a thriving restaurant group where individual growth and team success are prioritized, and genuine warmth and care are always on the table.