Sous Chef – Sushi (Future Head Chef Track)
Salary: $65,000-$70,000 per year
At Ryu, we believe great sushi is built on discipline, repetition, and an obsession with detail.
We are looking for a Sushi Sous Chef who is eager to learn, hungry to grow, and committed to mastering the craft at the highest level. This is not simply a production role. The right candidate will work directly alongside our Head Chef, receiving hands-on training in advanced sashimi, nigiri, fish butchery, knife skills, rice preparation, and the standards required in a premier sushi restaurant.
For the right person, this position offers a clear path toward becoming a Head Chef within our organization.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with the Head Chef to develop advanced sushi skills
- Prepare and execute sashimi, nigiri, maki, and specialty items to exacting standards
- Oversee daily kitchen preparation and mise en place
- Ensure consistency, quality, cleanliness, and organization throughout the kitchen
- Assist with ordering, inventory management, and product rotation
- Train and support junior kitchen team members
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards
- Help manage food costs and reduce waste
- Lead by example during service and perform well under pressure
Qualifications
- Experience in a sushi restaurant or high-level professional kitchen
- Strong knife skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
- Passion for Japanese cuisine and hospitality
- Strong willingness to learn and grow
- Leadership potential and ambition to advance
The Ideal Candidate
You're the type of person who stays after service to learn one more technique, asks questions, takes feedback well, and genuinely wants to become great at your craft. You're ambitious, disciplined, and excited by the opportunity to learn directly from experienced sushi chefs.
Our goal is to develop the next generation of leaders within our kitchens. For the right candidate, this role can lead to a Head Chef position in the near future.
What We Offer
- Salary of $65,000-$70,000 per year
- Direct mentorship from experienced sushi chefs
- Advanced training in sashimi, nigiri, fish butchery, and Japanese culinary techniques
- Growth opportunities within a leading Montreal hospitality group
- Clear career progression toward Head Chef opportunities
If you're serious about mastering sushi and building a long-term career in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
Experience:
- Sushiman: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
