Join the Nikki Beach Hospitality Group!

Position: Assistant Sushi Chef
Location: Nikki Beach Baku
Contract: Seasonal

Position Overview

At Nikki Beach Baku, the Assistant Sushi Chef plays a key supporting role in delivering an exceptional sushi experience that reflects our signature barefoot luxury lifestyle. Working alongside the Sushi Chef and Executive Chef, you will contribute to the preparation, presentation, and consistency of high-quality sushi dishes, ensuring every plate meets our brand standards.

With a strong attention to detail, respect for premium ingredients, and a passion for culinary excellence, you will help maintain a smooth, efficient kitchen operation while upholding the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of sushi dishes in line with Nikki Beach standards
• Support daily mise-en-place, station setup, and end-of-service breakdown
• Ensure freshness, quality, and proper rotation of seafood and ingredients
• Execute knife skills, sushi rolling, and plating techniques with consistency
• Maintain strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Monitor stock levels and communicate needs to kitchen leadership
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure smooth and timely service
• Participate in briefings, training sessions, and team meetings
• Support creative execution of menu items during events and activations
• Handle sushi tools and kitchen equipment with care and professionalism
• Uphold Nikki Beach grooming, conduct, and teamwork standards
• Demonstrate a proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow

What We’re Looking For

• Culinary training or education in sushi or Japanese cuisine is preferred
• Previous experience in a sushi kitchen or fast-paced culinary environment
• Strong understanding of seafood handling and basic sushi techniques
• High attention to detail with an eye for presentation
• Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• Basic understanding of kitchen systems and operational checklists
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and events
• Fluency in English is required; Russian and Azerbaijani are a plus

Why Join Nikki Beach

Established by Jack and Lucia Penrod, Nikki Beach Hospitality Group epitomizes barefoot luxury hospitality, curating transformative lifestyle experiences through its global collection of iconic beach clubs, hotels, resorts, residences, dining concepts, and pop-ups. Recognized among the world’s best beach clubs and resorts, the brand continues to expand into new destinations and concepts, including Lucia, our restaurant and beach concept introduced in 2024.

For our team members, this means the chance to be part of a hospitality group with a celebrated 25-year legacy and an exciting future. Joining Nikki Beach Hospitality Group offers opportunities for growth and international exposure, with the ability to build a career across some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. As part of the Nikki Beach family, you will help shape unforgettable moments and contribute to the future of luxury hospitality.

Join the Nikki Beach Hospitality Group!

Position: Assistant Sushi Chef
Location: Nikki Beach Baku
Contract: Seasonal

Position Overview

At Nikki Beach Baku, the Assistant Sushi Chef plays a key supporting role in delivering an exceptional sushi experience that reflects our signature barefoot luxury lifestyle. Working alongside the Sushi Chef and Executive Chef, you will contribute to the preparation, presentation, and consistency of high-quality sushi dishes, ensuring every plate meets our brand standards.

With a strong attention to detail, respect for premium ingredients, and a passion for culinary excellence, you will help maintain a smooth, efficient kitchen operation while upholding the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of sushi dishes in line with Nikki Beach standards
• Support daily mise-en-place, station setup, and end-of-service breakdown
• Ensure freshness, quality, and proper rotation of seafood and ingredients
• Execute knife skills, sushi rolling, and plating techniques with consistency
• Maintain strict hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Monitor stock levels and communicate needs to kitchen leadership
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure smooth and timely service
• Participate in briefings, training sessions, and team meetings
• Support creative execution of menu items during events and activations
• Handle sushi tools and kitchen equipment with care and professionalism
• Uphold Nikki Beach grooming, conduct, and teamwork standards
• Demonstrate a proactive mindset and willingness to learn and grow

What We’re Looking For

• Culinary training or education in sushi or Japanese cuisine is preferred
• Previous experience in a sushi kitchen or fast-paced culinary environment
• Strong understanding of seafood handling and basic sushi techniques
• High attention to detail with an eye for presentation
• Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Knowledge of hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
• Basic understanding of kitchen systems and operational checklists
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and events
• Fluency in English is required; Russian and Azerbaijani are a plus

Why Join Nikki Beach

Established by Jack and Lucia Penrod, Nikki Beach Hospitality Group epitomizes barefoot luxury hospitality, curating transformative lifestyle experiences through its global collection of iconic beach clubs, hotels, resorts, residences, dining concepts, and pop-ups. Recognized among the world’s best beach clubs and resorts, the brand continues to expand into new destinations and concepts, including Lucia, our restaurant and beach concept introduced in 2024.

For our team members, this means the chance to be part of a hospitality group with a celebrated 25-year legacy and an exciting future. Joining Nikki Beach Hospitality Group offers opportunities for growth and international exposure, with the ability to build a career across some of the world’s most sought-after destinations. As part of the Nikki Beach family, you will help shape unforgettable moments and contribute to the future of luxury hospitality.