Primary Objective:

As our Japanese Executive Chef, you'll be at the forefront of culinary innovation, ensuring every dish reflects the pinnacle of quality, flavor, and presentation. You'll balance creative excellence with cost efficiency, driving guest satisfaction and profitability while adhering to AQUA’s prestigious guidelines and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Elevate Culinary Excellence: Deliver the highest food quality that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine and exceeds market expectations. Your creations will set new standards for taste and presentation.
• Leadership and Staffing: Inspire and manage a dedicated team, ensuring all stations are staffed with skilled professionals and equipped with the finest ingredients. Your leadership will create a harmonious and efficient kitchen environment.
• Menu Mastery: Stay ahead of culinary trends by suggesting and implementing exciting menu changes. Incorporate local, seasonal, and national influences to keep our offerings fresh and captivating.
• Quality and Consistency: Oversee every detail of food preparation, seasoning, portioning, and presentation. Your meticulous attention to detail will ensure each dish meets our high standards and delights our guests.
• Operational Efficiency: Control budgetary and payroll expenses, optimize food storage to minimize waste, and maintain rigorous safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards. Your expertise will ensure a smooth and profitable kitchen operation.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with the General Manager and other chefs, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Your bilingual skills in Japanese and English will facilitate clear communication with staff and guests.
• Freshness and Quality Control: Take charge of ordering and inspecting fresh products and dry storage items. Your keen eye for quality will ensure that only the best ingredients make it to our kitchen.
• Health and Safety Leadership: Enforce all health, sanitation, and food safety regulations, anticipating and addressing potential hazards. Your commitment to safety will create a secure environment for both guests and staff.

Japanese Cuisine Expertise:

• Culinary Mastery: Bring at least 4-5 years of experience as a Sushi Chef, with deep knowledge of Japanese ingredients, cooking techniques, and traditional dishes. Your expertise will shine through in every dish you create.
• Cultural and Seasonal Awareness: Infuse your culinary creations with the regional and traditional flavours of Japan, emphasizing seasonal ingredients for an authentic dining experience.
• Passion for Innovation: Share your love for the historical influences on Japanese cuisine, and introduce innovative approaches to keep our menu exciting and relevant.

What We Offer:

• A premier platform to showcase your culinary talents and lead a vibrant, new dining destination.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic, supportive team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with a flexible schedule to ensure peak performance and work-life balance.

Join Us!

If you are a visionary chef with a passion for Japanese cuisine and a desire to make your mark on NYC’s culinary landscape, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become the Japanese Executive Chef at our new restaurant and lead us in creating unforgettable dining experiences!

Aqua Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer & please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments during the interview process.

Apply Today and Be Part of NYC's Next Culinary Landmark!

Aqua Restaurant Group is an EEO (M/F/V)