Head Sushi Chef | Blue Sushi Sake Grill | Nashville 5th & B at Flagship Restaurant Group

Position: Executive Sushi ChefSalary: $80000 - $90000 quarterly bonusesThe Role:As the Executive Sushi Chef youll collaborate with our Executive Chef and General Manager to create memorable guest experiences and a positive kitchen culture. Youll lead BOH operations focusing on quality creativity and operational excellence to bring our signature sushi experience to life.Compensation & Benefits:Competitive Pay: $80000 - $90000Bonuses: Quarterly bonus opportunitiesHealth Benefits: Company-sponsored health dental and vision plans plus health savings optionsPaid Time OffEmployee Discount: 50% off at all Flagship Restaurant Group locationsPreferred Experience:3-5 years of culinary management experience in a high-volume settingCulinary education preferred (or equivalent experience)Proficiency with tools like Microsoft Office; Compeat Advantage experience is a plusSkills in food planning purchasing sanitation and personnel managementYour Key Responsibilities:Lead all sushi preparation and execution ensuring exceptional quality precision and consistency in every roll cut and plateMaintain expert knowledge of fish quality handling storage and rotation to protect product integrity and uphold company standardsEnforce strict safety allergy-awareness and sanitation protocols for raw seafood tools and workspacesManage ordering inventory systems product yields and waste reduction to support accurate food cost and profitability targetsHelp train and develop a high-performing sushi team of 10 providing mentorship clear expectations and hands-on coachingCoordinate with the Director of Operations and leadership team on vendor partnerships and ordering processesMaintain a professional collaborative and inclusive environment that supports growth accountability and guest hospitalityEnsure smooth kitchen flow by communicating prep priorities shift expectations and accurate production levelsAt Flagship we create experiences that leave an impact. This stays true to our employees just as much as our guests. Removing barriers of language race sexual orientation and culture our team and guests have our promise of being a restaurant group that embraces the concept where everyone belongs. We are committed to empowering growth instilling hospitality knowledge and building a career path in an environment of respectful inclusion.Flagship Restaurant Group may conduct a background check as part of the hiring process in accordance with applicable laws. We also believe in second chancesa prior conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment. All applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications experience and overall fit for the role.Flagship Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity EmployerFlagship Restaurant Group participates in the E-Verify programLearn more about us! Key Skills Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Kitchen Management Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Kitchen Experience,Food Industry,Cooking,Cost Control,Baking,Sanitation,Leadership Experience Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 80000 - 90000