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Nobu Sushi Sous Chef

Hawaii Four Seasons Lanai Estimated salary: Approximately $65,000–$78,000 per year, potentially with benefits and resort-related perks
Role summary

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The Nobu Sushi Sous Chef supports the culinary team in preparing high-quality Japanese and sushi cuisine while maintaining Nobu and Four Seasons standards. Candidates should have professional sushi experience, strong knife skills, knowledge of fish handling, food safety and sanitation, and previous supervisory or sous chef experience. The role requires leadership, organization, creativity and the ability to work efficiently in a busy luxury-resort kitchen. The successful candidate is expected to train and motivate team members, maintain consistent presentation and portion control, monitor product quality, assist with ordering and inventory, and follow all health and safety procedures. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is essential, along with excellent teamwork and a genuine commitment to guest satisfaction.

About the employer

Four Seasons Resort Lanai is a luxury oceanfront resort located on the Hawaiian island of Lanai. It is part of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an internationally recognized hospitality company known for personalized service, high operating standards and exceptional guest experiences. The Lanai resort offers upscale accommodation, multiple restaurants including Nobu Lanai, wellness facilities, outdoor activities and access to the island’s distinctive natural landscapes. Employees work in a highly service-focused environment where attention to detail, discretion, teamwork and cultural respect are important. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical coverage, paid time off, employee travel programs, meals, transportation assistance or staff accommodation, although availability and terms vary. Working at Lanai can provide valuable experience in luxury hospitality, Japanese cuisine and resort operations in a remote island setting.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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