Sushi Chefs for hire in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership17%
    Food Preparation8%
    Franchise Business Model8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED50%
    Bachelor's degree50%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years33%
    More than 10 years67%
  • Current company

    AOKI
    Mizu Sushi Bar & Grill
    Snowfox Sushi
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years33%
    2-5 years33%
    More than 5 years33%

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Last updated: Aug 9, 2026

Sushi Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in San Jose, CA: $91,465 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $74,974$111,584 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Head Sushi Chef

    Sunnyvale, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Handler Certification

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceLeadershipCookingFood PreparationFood SafetyManagement
  • Regional Manager

    San Jose, California

    Skills

    LeadershipFranchise Business ModelOperations ManagementProcedural GuidesStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ImplementationStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Sushi Chef

    Union City, California

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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 113 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, food preparation and franchise business model.

What licenses or certifications are common for a sushi chef?

Common licenses or certifications for sushi chefs include: Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to sushi chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to sushi chefs include: regional manager and head sushi 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 Jose, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most sushi chefs have 14 years of professional experience.

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