Join the Nikki Beach Hospitality Group!

Position Title: Assistant Sushi Chef
Location: Nikki Beach Baku
Reports To: Sushi Chef & Executive Chef
Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

Position Overview

At Nikki Beach Baku, the Assistant Sushi Chef supports the Sushi Chef in delivering an exceptional and visually striking sushi experience that reflects the brand’s luxury lifestyle ethos. With precision, speed, and a deep respect for quality ingredients, you play a key role in ensuring consistency, freshness, and excellence in every dish. Working closely with the culinary team, you uphold food safety standards, assist with preparation and presentation, and contribute to a smooth, high-performance kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and presenting sushi dishes according to Nikki Beach plating standards.

• Support sushi station setup, mise-en-place, and end-of-day breakdown and cleaning

• Maintain freshness and proper rotation of seafood and sushi ingredients

• Execute fundamental knife work, rolling, and plating techniques with consistency

• Ensure hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety procedures are strictly followed

• Monitor stock levels and report needs to the Sushi Chef or kitchen leadership

• Collaborate with kitchen team members to support timely and smooth service

• Participate in briefings, training sessions, and kitchen meetings as scheduled

• Contribute to the creative presentation and execution of menu items during events and activations

• Handle sushi tools and equipment with care and professionalism

• Uphold Nikki Beach brand standards of grooming, conduct, and teamwork

• Maintain a proactive attitude and willingness to learn from senior culinary staff
  
  

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Culinary education or relevant training in sushi or Japanese cuisine preferred

• Prior experience in a sushi kitchen or similar high-paced culinary environment

• Solid knowledge of seafood handling and basic sushi preparation techniques

• Attention to detail with an appreciation for elegant, brand-aligned presentation

• Ability to multitask efficiently and work well under pressure

• Collaborative and respectful team player with a desire to grow professionally

• Familiarity with hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards

• Willingness to receive feedback and continuously improve performance

• Tech-savvy with basic understanding of kitchen systems and checklists

• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, holidays, and events

• Fluency in English is mandatory; Russian and Azerbaijani are a plus
  
  

Benefits

• 2 days off per week

• Complimentary round-trip shuttle bus
  Shared tips and service charge

• Daily staff meals provided on-site

• Opportunity to work with an international hospitality brand!
  
  

Why Join Nikki Beach?

Be part of a globally celebrated brand that blends music, dining, entertainment, fashion, film, and art into one exceptional hospitality experience. As the original luxury beach club concept, Nikki Beach has grown into a global lifestyle company with beach clubs, hotels, resorts, restaurants, residences, and pop-ups under Nikki Beach Hospitality Group.

We're a family-run company with a strong sense of purpose and connection, and we’re proud to bring people together through meaningful, joyful experiences in some of the world’s most iconic destinations. At Nikki Beach, you'll join a team of passionate individuals in a high-energy setting where your personality and skills can shine. We offer continuous learning, travel, and career development opportunities, and the chance to create unforgettable guest experiences.

Join us and be part of our global Celebration of Life!

Join the Nikki Beach Hospitality Group!

Position Title: Assistant Sushi Chef
Location: Nikki Beach Baku
Reports To: Sushi Chef & Executive Chef
Job Type: Full-time, Seasonal

Position Overview

At Nikki Beach Baku, the Assistant Sushi Chef supports the Sushi Chef in delivering an exceptional and visually striking sushi experience that reflects the brand’s luxury lifestyle ethos. With precision, speed, and a deep respect for quality ingredients, you play a key role in ensuring consistency, freshness, and excellence in every dish. Working closely with the culinary team, you uphold food safety standards, assist with preparation and presentation, and contribute to a smooth, high-performance kitchen operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and presenting sushi dishes according to Nikki Beach plating standards.

• Support sushi station setup, mise-en-place, and end-of-day breakdown and cleaning

• Maintain freshness and proper rotation of seafood and sushi ingredients

• Execute fundamental knife work, rolling, and plating techniques with consistency

• Ensure hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety procedures are strictly followed

• Monitor stock levels and report needs to the Sushi Chef or kitchen leadership

• Collaborate with kitchen team members to support timely and smooth service

• Participate in briefings, training sessions, and kitchen meetings as scheduled

• Contribute to the creative presentation and execution of menu items during events and activations

• Handle sushi tools and equipment with care and professionalism

• Uphold Nikki Beach brand standards of grooming, conduct, and teamwork

• Maintain a proactive attitude and willingness to learn from senior culinary staff
  
  

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Culinary education or relevant training in sushi or Japanese cuisine preferred

• Prior experience in a sushi kitchen or similar high-paced culinary environment

• Solid knowledge of seafood handling and basic sushi preparation techniques

• Attention to detail with an appreciation for elegant, brand-aligned presentation

• Ability to multitask efficiently and work well under pressure

• Collaborative and respectful team player with a desire to grow professionally

• Familiarity with hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards

• Willingness to receive feedback and continuously improve performance

• Tech-savvy with basic understanding of kitchen systems and checklists

• Flexible availability including weekends, evenings, holidays, and events

• Fluency in English is mandatory; Russian and Azerbaijani are a plus
  
  

Benefits

• 2 days off per week

• Complimentary round-trip shuttle bus
  Shared tips and service charge

• Daily staff meals provided on-site

• Opportunity to work with an international hospitality brand!
  
  

Why Join Nikki Beach?

Be part of a globally celebrated brand that blends music, dining, entertainment, fashion, film, and art into one exceptional hospitality experience. As the original luxury beach club concept, Nikki Beach has grown into a global lifestyle company with beach clubs, hotels, resorts, restaurants, residences, and pop-ups under Nikki Beach Hospitality Group.

We're a family-run company with a strong sense of purpose and connection, and we’re proud to bring people together through meaningful, joyful experiences in some of the world’s most iconic destinations. At Nikki Beach, you'll join a team of passionate individuals in a high-energy setting where your personality and skills can shine. We offer continuous learning, travel, and career development opportunities, and the chance to create unforgettable guest experiences.

Join us and be part of our global Celebration of Life!