Nobu Sous Chef

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The Nobu Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations for Nobu at Four Seasons Resort Lanai. Requirements typically include professional culinary training or equivalent experience, several years in a high-end restaurant, strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and techniques, food-safety certification, and the ability to lead and develop a diverse culinary team. The successful candidate is expected to maintain Four Seasons and Nobu quality standards, supervise preparation and service, control food costs and inventory, ensure sanitation and safety, contribute to menu execution, and provide calm, hands-on leadership in a busy environment. Flexibility, teamwork, attention to detail, creativity, and a genuine commitment to exceptional guest service are essential.

About the employer

Four Seasons Resort Lanai is a luxury resort operated by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an internationally recognized hospitality company known for highly personalized service and exceptional guest experiences. Located on the secluded Hawaiian island of Lanai, the resort offers oceanfront accommodation, fine dining, wellness facilities, golf, outdoor activities, and distinctive cultural experiences. Its Nobu restaurant combines Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's acclaimed Japanese cuisine with local Hawaiian ingredients and the resort's high service standards. Four Seasons places strong emphasis on employee development, teamwork, professionalism, and thoughtful guest care. Team members typically receive access to comprehensive benefits, training, employee travel programs, and opportunities to build an international hospitality career. Working at Lanai also involves living in a small, remote island community where adaptability, respect for local culture, and a collaborative attitude are especially important.