Sushi Chef (M/F/D)

We are looking for an Sushi Chef to join our Culinary Team at Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich!

Season: From April to end of September 2026.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world's most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich is located in the heart of the Old Town, in the main business center, close to the city's leisure attractions and just a short walk from the shores of Lake Zurich. The Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich has 80 guest rooms and suites and three dining venues, including an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant and a lobby lounge. The hotel is ideal for meetings and events with its newly renovated event facilities, including a grand historic ballroom.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich within the Culinary Department, the Sushi Chef is responsible for state-of-the-art culinary experiences for our guests. The Sushi Chef reports to the Head Banquet Chef.

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THE ROLE

As Sushi Chef, you will responsible for the following duties:

• Ensure that our offerings are stylish, thoughtful, surprising and delivered with attention to detail.

• Cutting, slicing, and filleting different types of fish.

• Taking responsibility for the management of your kitchen station, ensuring efficient and seamless workflow while strictly adhering to quality and hygiene standards.

• Ensuring flawless preparation, quality, and appealing presentation of our dishes in accordance with MOHG standards.

• Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.

• Ensuring that food waste is kept to a minimum.

• Providing creative support in the development of new food concepts.

• Coordinating with your supervisor for inventory requisition and overseeing daily goods receipt.

• Being responsible for the daily control of hygiene regulations and cleanliness according to HACCP guidelines.

YOUR TASKS

Our commitment to you:

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.

• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it's important to take time off. As a member of the , you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.

• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.

• Swiss Deluxe Rates.

We're Fans. Are you?

YOUR BENEFITS

As Sushi Chef, we expect from you:

• Experience as a Sushi Chef

• Excellent knowledge of the Asian cuisine and culture

• Flexibility and resilience - your position includes weekend and holiday shifts

• An eye for detail and creativity - to incorporate your culinary signature

• Excellent communication skills, teamwork, and organizational abilities

• Strong leadership skills to manage your own station

• High commitment, with a structured, results-oriented, and independent working style

• A strong sense of quality

• Very good English skills. Additional language skills are an advantage

• Successful applicants must have the right to work in Switzerland

YOUR PROFILE