Sushi Chef

The Good Eating Company is seeking a Sushi Chef for our client in Mountain View, California.

In the sushi chef role, you will be responsible for preparing different types of sushi such as nigiri, Poke bowels and maki rolls. You will also manage the ingredients handling and preparation. It is crucial that you maintain a deep understanding of which ingredients taste well together. We are obsessed with local products, scratch cooking, fresh ingredients, great food and being best in class. We seek a strong culinary leader with a proven commitment to excellence, teamwork, and collaboration to help us achieve our vision. 

• Expertly cutting, slicing, and filleting different types of fish
• Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes
• Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety
• Maintaining a clean work environment to prevent food contamination
• Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use
• Communicating with wait staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met
• Adhere to traditional Japanese sushi-making methods and techniques

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Expert sushi craftsmanship with strong skills in nigiri, maki, poke bowls, and contemporary sushi preparation

• Deep ingredient knowledge and an intuitive understanding of flavor balance, texture, and pairing

• Commitment to scratch cooking using fresh, local, high‑quality ingredients to create exceptional guest experiences

• Strong culinary leadership with the ability to mentor, collaborate, and elevate team performance

• High standards of excellence in food safety, presentation, consistency, and craft

• Team‑first mindset rooted in hospitality, communication, and a passion for delivering best‑in‑class food every day

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in food or culinary services including restaurants, fast food, vending, catering services, institutional services, mall food courts, etc.