Chef de Cuisine
Neighborhood Sushi - Dallas
Job Description
About MML Hospitality
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML) is dedicated to creating some of the world’s chicest hotels and restaurants. Founded by Larry McGuire and Tom Moorman alongside hotelier Liz Lambert, MML blends culinary excellence, thoughtful design, and refined service to create immersive hospitality experiences.
MML owns and operates its properties, including Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans, with additional projects in development in Aspen and Austin. Our long-term ownership philosophy allows us to focus on meaningful, quality-driven concepts in places we love.
About Neighborhood Sushi
Neighborhood Sushi is a Japanese-inspired restaurant that blends traditional technique with Texas influence and warm hospitality. The menu honors classic sushi bar traditions — pristine nigiri, sashimi, seasonal crudos, light soups, and composed small plates — alongside inventive preparations featuring local ingredients.
Designed with clean Japanese aesthetics and elevated detail, Neighborhood Sushi is built to be a true neighborhood destination where craftsmanship, hospitality, and thoughtful design come together seamlessly.
Position Summary
Neighborhood Sushi is seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead the kitchen and steward the restaurant’s culinary vision. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on precision, consistency, operational excellence, and team development.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all daily back-of-house operations
Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, consistency, and presentation
Oversee prep structure, service execution, and kitchen organization
Train, mentor, and develop kitchen team members
Manage ordering, inventory, and food cost controls
Ensure strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards
Collaborate with front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service
Uphold MML’s culture of refinement, hospitality, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of progressive kitchen management experience (Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Chef de Cuisine)
Strong knowledge of seafood-driven cuisine and precise knife skills
Experience in upscale, chef-driven, or boutique dining environments preferred
Proven leadership and team development experience
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage labor and food cost effectively
English fluency required; Spanish proficiency preferred
Culinary degree preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary
Bonus Potential
Paid Time Off
MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
Beverage & Continuing Education Reimbursement
Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
Community Service Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Parental Leave
Requirements
Full-time position
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and move for extended periods
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working in environments with heat, steam, and cold exposure
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed
Additional Information
If an offer is accepted, employment is contingent upon completion of a comprehensive background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, and other relevant information.
MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs.
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