Sous Chef

Join HASHIRI’s Next Chapter — Sous Chef, Japanese Cuisine

HASHIRI is seeking a hands-on Sous Chef to join our two-person washoku kitchen in San Francisco’s Mint Plaza as we prepare for our reopening.

Our dining room will offer authentic Japanese cuisine through a primarily à la carte menu developed under the culinary supervision of odo, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant in New York City. This is an opportunity to strengthen your Japanese cooking skills while working closely with our Head Chef.

THE ROLE

As the Head Chef’s right hand, you will contribute to all aspects of daily kitchen work, from preparation to dinner service. This is an active cooking position with shared responsibility for keeping a small kitchen organized and running smoothly.

• Prepare seasonal vegetables, seafood, stocks, sauces, and other menu components.
• Cook and plate dishes with consistency and attention to detail.
• Plan daily preparation with the Head Chef and maintain a service-ready station.
• Coordinate cooking times and support the flow of dinner service.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, and waste control.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, storage, labeling, and cleanliness.
• Help lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of professional cooking experience in a comparable kitchen role.
• Ability to manage a station independently, with solid knife skills and preparation techniques.
• Japanese cuisine or fine dining experience preferred. Experienced cooks from other culinary backgrounds are welcome.
• Strong organization, reliability, and clear communication.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to share daily kitchen responsibilities.
• Interest in learning traditional Japanese techniques and the foundations of washoku.
• Availability for full-time work, including dinner service.

COMPENSATION

$22–$27 per hour, depending on experience, plus a share of the restaurant’s service charges in accordance with our distribution policy. Service charge distributions vary and are not guaranteed at a fixed amount.

TO APPLY

Please submit your résumé and a brief introduction, including your availability and earliest possible start date. Tell us about your kitchen experience and your interest in Japanese cuisine.