Sushi Chef

About the Role

This role will be located at Atlantic Fields, a Discovery Land Company property outside of West Palm Beach, FL. The Sushi Chef will use extensive knowledge of local and imported products to create menus and lead the Club’s sushi stations, providing innovative and exciting menu items to members and guests. The Sushi Chef will oversee, hire, and train sushi cooks and assistants to maintain exceptional levels of service.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee daily operating procedures for execution of the sushi menu in accordance with business objectives, including food cost, inventory control, portion control, quality of food, productivity, labor cost, and speed in service.
• Ensure items prepared are always of the highest quality in presentation and taste; perform regular spot checks for menu accuracy and taste.
• Recommend or create new menu items based on research of new or local products, trends, and member requests, ensuring financial targets and quality expectations are met.
• Hire, schedule, train, coach, mentor, develop, and manage the performance of culinary employees.
• Schedule working hours of all sushi employees, balancing expected business volume with labor cost conservation.
• Train employees on sushi menu standards to ensure execution when not present.
• Anticipate daily business levels to ensure proper scheduling, inventory, and preparation for service, minimizing spoiled or contaminated products.
• Control the quality and quantity of ingredients, suggesting modifications to improve profitability.
• Work closely with Senior Chefs to determine quality and quantity of ingredients, aiming to eliminate waste and spoilage.
• Recommend menu price adjustments when warranted and determine prices of unlisted food items with guidance from Senior Chefs.
• Collaborate with Stewarding to maintain clean and orderly kitchen areas.
• Supervise culinary employees to ensure completion of cleaning schedules, temperature records, and opening/closing checklists.
• Champion a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety, health, and food handling standards, including HACCP and local regulations.
• Maintain all equipment in the supervised area to prevent damage or loss.
• Assist with member or guest issues and concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
• Attend department meetings and trainings as necessary.

Requirements

• Culinary degree or certificate strongly preferred.
• At least five (5) years of culinary experience in high-end sushi restaurants (e.g., Nobu, Zuma, Masa, Sushi Samba).
• Prior culinary leadership experience in a high-end restaurant, resort, or private club preferred.
• Experience working with a wide range of culinary skills and styles.
• Extensive knowledge of sushi preparation.
• Experience sourcing local ingredients and creating menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
• Extraordinary attention to detail, quality, taste, and service.
• Knowledge of all food products—local and imported.
• Understanding of F&B operational requirements.
• Thorough understanding of occupational health and safety issues.

Additional Requirements

• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; long hours may be required due to business demands.
• Ability to work in a team environment and stay calm during busy periods.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing/walking for over eight (8) hours, and lifting/carrying items over fifty (50) pounds.
• Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits (Full-Time Year Round Only).
• 401k Contribution (Full-Time Year Round Only).
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (Full-Time Year Round Only).
• Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs.
• Holiday Pay.
• Professional development and upward mobility opportunities.
• Work-Family Culture.

About Us

Atlantic Fields combines the elegance of “Old Florida” with a carefree ambiance, located in Hobe Sound, Florida. The community spans 1,500 acres and offers members a Tom Fazio golf course, ocean adventures, an equestrian facility, on-site restaurants, wellness facilities, and more. Discovery Land Company is a U.S.-based real estate developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts, focused on creating one-of-a-kind environments for individuals and families.