Sushi Chef - Hot Kitchen (Japanese & Peruvian)

About the role

Leylaty Group is hiring a Sushi Chef for its hot kitchen in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The chef prepares and presents Japanese, Peruvian and Nikkei fusion hot dishes, with a focus on cooked seafood, grilled fish, tempura, hot appetizers and Japanese and Peruvian specialties. The post reports to the Executive Chef / Head Chef.

Key responsibilities

• Japanese cuisine: prepare tempura, teriyaki, teppanyaki, yakitori and other hot dishes; cook seafood, fish, meat, poultry and vegetables; make sauces, marinades, broths and seasonings; apply grilling, searing, frying, sautéing and simmering techniques.
• Peruvian cuisine: prepare dishes such as Lomo Saltado and Arroz Chaufa, make sauces with Ají Amarillo and Ají Panca, and work with chilies, coriander, lime and onions.
• Nikkei fusion: combine Japanese techniques with Peruvian flavours, create new dishes and suggest menu improvements when asked.
• Food safety: check ingredient freshness, prevent cross-contamination, control temperatures, follow FIFO and keep workstations clean and sanitized.
• Kitchen operations: set up the hot kitchen station, execute orders accurately, follow recipes and portion controls, monitor stock and coordinate with the cold kitchen and sushi station.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a hot kitchen chef or in a similar culinary position.
• Good knowledge of Japanese cuisine and hot cooking techniques; experience with Peruvian dishes and ingredients is highly preferred; knowledge of Nikkei fusion is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure while keeping food quality consistent, with strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Required skills

• Grilling, searing, frying, sautéing, roasting and wok cooking.
• Seafood, fish, meat, sauces, marinades and seasonings.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and temperature-control procedures.