Sushi Bar Chef

Sushi Bar Chef

Los Angeles, United States

Company
Shu Restaurant
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
24 an hour
Via
via Poached Jobs

Job Description
Shu Restaurant is seeking an experienced Sushi Bar Chef to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is an immediate opening starting January 31, 2026, offering $24/hour plus tips. If you're a skilled sushi craftsperson who thrives in a bustling kitchen and takes pride in creating exceptional dishes, we'd love to meet you.About Shu Restaurant:We are an elevated Japanese restaurant with Italian influences, featuring an intimate stone-and-wood dining room that sets the stage for an exceptional culinary experience. Our guests expect precision, creativity, and artistry in every dish and our team delivers exactly that.Your Role:As our Sushi Bar Chef, you'll be responsible for:Preparing and presenting high-quality sushi and sashimi for our guestsMaintaining impeccable food safety and sanitation standardsWorking efficiently during peak service times while maintaining quality and consistencyCollaborating with front-of-house and kitchen staff to ensure seamless operationsContributing creative ideas to our menu and specialsTraining and supporting junior kitchen staff when neededWhat We're Looking For:You bring a minimum of 5 years of hands-on sushi bar experience in high-volume restaurants. You're detail-oriented, reliable, and passionate about Japanese cuisine. You work well as part of a team and maintain composure during busy service.How to Apply:To apply for this position, please click the apply button on Poached.
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Q What is the federal minimum wage for non-tipped restaurant workers like cooks or dishwashers in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for covered non-exempt workers, unchanged since July 24, 2009, and applicable in 2026. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many states have higher minimum wages exceeding $15 per hour.
Q What is the minimum cash wage for tipped servers in US restaurants in 2026 if tips don't meet the full minimum?
The federal minimum cash wage for tipped employees is $2.13 per hour as of 2026; employers must ensure tips plus cash wage equal at least $7.25 per hour or make up the difference. This rule applies to servers, bartenders, and bussers who customarily receive more than $30 per month in tips. Tip pooling is allowed if it benefits tipped employees only.
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median annual wage for waiters and waitresses at $36,460, or $17.53 per hour, based on May 2023 data serving as the benchmark for 2026. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,760, while the highest 10 percent earned more than $56,680 annually. Wages include tips as part of total earnings.
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The H-2B visa allows temporary non-agricultural workers for seasonal restaurant jobs, with a statutory annual cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026 split as 33,000 per half-year. Employers must obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL before filing Form I-129 with USCIS, with fees of $460 for the petition. Processing takes 2-4 months plus premium processing option for 15 days at $1,685.
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