Sushi Chef

Sushi Chef – Nori Kitchen & Bar, Rochdale

Location: Rochdale Town Centre
Position: Full-Time Sushi Chef
Pay: Competitive, depending on experience

Nori Kitchen & Bar is a new modern Japanese restaurant opening in Rochdale, serving freshly prepared sushi, Japanese small plates, rice dishes, noodles and contemporary Japanese favourites.

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Sushi Chef to join our opening kitchen team and help us build Nori into one of the best Japanese dining destinations in the area.

The Role

You will be responsible for preparing high-quality sushi and sashimi while maintaining excellent standards of presentation, consistency, cleanliness and food safety.

Your duties will include:

• Preparing sushi rice, fish, vegetables and other ingredients
• Producing nigiri, sashimi, uramaki and speciality sushi rolls
• Preparing ingredients and completing daily mise en place
• Ensuring every dish is presented consistently to Nori's standards
• Monitoring stock levels, portion control and food wastage
• Maintaining excellent hygiene and food-safety standards
• Keeping the sushi section clean, organised and service-ready
• Working efficiently during busy lunch and evening services
• Supporting menu development and new sushi dishes
• Working closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams

What We're Looking For

Ideally you will have:

• Previous experience working as a Sushi Chef
• Good knife skills and knowledge of fish preparation
• Experience preparing sushi rice, sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls
• Strong attention to presentation and detail
• Good understanding of food hygiene and allergen procedures
• Ability to work calmly and efficiently during busy services
• Reliability, punctuality and a positive attitude
• Pride in producing consistently high-quality food

Experience in a Japanese restaurant is preferred, although we are willing to consider strong chefs with relevant sushi experience.

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable employment
• Competitive salary/pay based on experience
• Staff meals
• Staff discount
• Friendly, modern working environment
• Opportunity to help shape the menu and develop new dishes
• Opportunity to progress as Nori Kitchen & Bar grows

We're looking for someone who wants to become an important part of the Nori team rather than simply fill a position.

To apply: Please send us your CV along with a short description of your sushi/Japanese kitchen experience and your current availability.

Pay: £12.71-£17.58 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Store discount

Work Location: In person