Sushi Chef - Domes Aulus Elounda

Welcome to Domes!

Domes Resorts is one of the most awarded and leading lifestyle hospitality brands in Greece, and one of the fastest up-and-coming in Europe.

With presence in Crete, Ionian Islands, Chalkidiki, Cyclades, Athens and Portugal, all our destinations have been handpicked with a culture to share and inspire by creating curated concepts and signature experiences through our 4 innovative brands and our affiliation with the biggest hospitality brands like Marriott & Hilton.

Our people constitute a key element of our success. We strongly support the power of our team, offering young people the chance to grow and own their career journey in a progressive & innovative working environment with passion, humbleness, and perseverance. Teamwork, integrity and career development are only some of the reasons that close to 2000 employees, each year, trust their future with us.

Domes Aulus Elounda

We are currently hiring for a Sushi Chef to be part of our our 5* resort Domes Aulūs Elounda, a Curio Collection by Hilton, located in the area of Elounda, Crete.

The Role:

At Domes Resorts the Sushi Chef is a highly skilled professional whose expertise focuses on Japanese cuisine, technique, or culinary element. The Sushi Chef also brings a high level of knowledge, precision, and creativity to the kitchen. The role involves not only cooking but also ensuring consistency, training staff, and contributing to menu innovation. High standards of quality, hygiene, and food safety must be maintained, while managing the section efficiently during service. With a strong blend of culinary creativity, technical expertise, and leadership abilities, the Sushi Chef plays a pivotal role in elevating the dining experience and ensuring that the restaurant excels in its area of focus.

Some of the responsibilities:

• Specialized Food Preparation and Quality Control
• Oversee kitchen's operations according to established menus and always maintaining the highest quality standards. Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop daily and seasonal Japanese restaurant menus, complementing culinary offerings and meeting customer preferences.
• Maintain strict quality control standards to ensure consistency, freshness, and flavor excellence. Conduct regular tastings and inspections to uphold the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels of Japanese restaurant ingredients and supplies, and coordinate with Executive Chef, Sous Chef and suppliers to ensure timely replenishment. Minimize waste and maximize efficiency in ingredient usage.
• Training and Mentoring Junior Chefs
• Provide guidance and instruction to junior staff to help them hone their skills by teaching them specific techniques.
• Mentoring less experienced chefs, helping them refine their skills, grow in their careers, and maintain the high standards of the Japanese kitchen.
• Health, Safety, and Sanitation Compliance
• Enforce strict sanitation and hygiene practices in the kitchen, including equipment maintenance, cleaning schedules, and compliance with health regulations. Implement proper food handling procedures to prevent contamination and ensure food safety.
• Creativity and Innovation in Specialization
• Stay updated on trends in the culinary world, particularly related to the Japanese cuisine, and incorporate new ideas and techniques as appropriate.
• Attend culinary events, workshops, and training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.

Requirements

Useful to have:

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification from a recognized culinary institution.
• Thorough knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation regulations, and kitchen procedures.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, with a focus on high-volume or fine dining environments.
• In-depth knowledge of various Japanese cooking techniques, ingredients, and food presentation.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language, a second language will be considered a plus.
• Very good knowledge of MS Office and POS (Point of Sales) systems.

What you will bring:

• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role, demonstrating strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills for ensuring that workstations are set up correctly, staff members are efficiently assigned to tasks, and dishes are prepared and sent out in a timely manner.
• Ability to build relationships, internal and external, to the hotel and the Company.

Benefits

You will benefit from:

• Competitive Remuneration Package
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Friendly work environment

Domes Resorts is an equal opportunity Employer.

All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality. 

Please note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.