Sushi Chefs for hire in San Diego, CA

Find sushi chefs who specialize in preparing high-quality, authentic sushi by honing the art of fish selection, rice cooking and presentation techniques. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in San Diego, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    6%
    Communication Skills
    6%
    Organizational Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    72%
    Bachelor's degree
    13%
    Vocational or technical training
    6%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    6-10 years
    30%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Compass Group
    • Marriott
    • Hilton
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    50%
    More than 5 years
    25%
    Less than a year
    13%

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Last updated: Oct 31, 2026

Sushi Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in San Diego, CA: $95,840 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $80,427 – $114,206 yearly
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  • Chef/line Cook

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Architecture LicenseFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseConfidential ClearanceServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementUpscale Casual Experience
  • Sushi Chef

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsAdvanced Knife SkillsPresentation SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadership
  • Sushi Head Chef

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCustomer Service
  • Sushi Chef/Line Cook

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    MetalworkingMIG WeldingStick WeldingWelding MachinesTIG WeldingShielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsRoofingWelding
  • Executive Sous Chef

    Chula Vista, California

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLFood Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceFast Casual Experience
  • Sushi Chef

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceAssistant Manager ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadership

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What's the average time to fill a sushi chef role?

The average time to fill a sushi chef role is 109 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do sushi chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a sushi chef include: leadership, communication skills and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for sushi chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for sushi chefs include: Food Handler Certification, Servsafe Certification and Driver's License.

What are some job titles related to sushi chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to sushi chefs include: chef/line cook, assistant chef and executive sous chef.

What level of education is common for a sushi chef?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a sushi chef in San Diego, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a sushi chef?

Most sushi chefs have 12 years of professional experience.

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