Sous Chef - Sushi

About the Company

Kitopi is a leading food experience platform in the region, building and partnering with food brands to help them grow across delivery and dine-in channels. Founded in Dubai in January 2018, the company has expanded rapidly in the food-tech sector and now runs 200+ outlets across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. Its operations are supported by an in-house Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS), which is designed to improve cloud kitchen performance in real time. The organization has more than 6,000 employees.

About the Role

Kitopi is looking for a skilled and driven Sous Chef specializing in sushi to support the kitchen leadership team in Doha, Qatar. This position calls for hands-on expertise in Japanese cooking, sushi production, seafood handling, and team coordination. The successful candidate will help maintain food quality, smooth operations, and visually appealing presentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the sushi kitchen.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the sushi team to maintain consistency, speed, and quality.
• Prepare and plate sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki rolls, and other Japanese items to a high standard.
• Handle raw seafood and fresh ingredients safely, including cutting, storing, and preparing them correctly.
• Keep flavor, presentation, portion size, and brand standards aligned at all times.
• Manage mise en place, ingredient prep, sauces, garnishes, and daily production requirements.
• Track stock usage, support ordering, reduce waste, and control portions carefully.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation rules without compromise.
• Contribute to menu development, recipe refinement, and product enhancements.
• Keep the workstation and kitchen area clean, orderly, and efficient.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience preparing sushi and working with Japanese cuisine.
• Background as a Senior Sushi Chef or Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of seafood handling, raw fish preparation, sushi rice, sauces, and presentation methods.
• Excellent knife handling ability and a sharp eye for detail.
• Proven ability to lead and train a team in a high-pressure kitchen.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and quality expectations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to adapt, stay organized, and work well in a multicultural setting.
• Genuine passion for quality, service, and memorable dining experiences.

Benefits

• Access to extensive learning and development opportunities, including both technical and soft-skill training.
• Customized training programs.
• Opportunity to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
• Part of a supportive and caring community.
• Annual leave according to company policy.
• Medical insurance that covers all necessary services.
• Annual gathering for frontliner champions.

Additional Information

Kitopi follows a recruitment process that includes application review, a pre-screening call if the profile matches, interviews with hiring and operations managers, and possibly an additional round that may include a practical trial at a kitchen or dine-in location. If successful, the recruiter will discuss the offer and the offer letter will be sent by email.

Equal Opportunity and Workplace Culture

Kitopi describes itself as an equal-opportunity employer with a workforce representing more than 70 nationalities. The company welcomes experienced professionals, recent graduates, and individuals returning to work after a break. It promotes inclusion, safety, belonging, and respect, and maintains a zero-tolerance stance toward racism, bigotry, and hate. The workplace is customer-focused and technology-enabled, with a mission centered on creating joy through food experiences.