Castelfalfi *****
is searching for a
Sushi / Asian Cuisine Chef
Located between Pisa, Florence and Siena, Castelfalfi is an estate set amid rolling green hills, where a medieval village meets contemporary luxury hospitality. Castelfalfi's vision unfolds through three interconnected souls, each deeply rooted in the landscape and cultural heritage of the region: outstanding hospitality, organic agriculture and real estate development. At the heart of it all lies a genuine care for people, for spaces and for the history of the place — a sensibility that makes Castelfalfi a vibrant and welcoming community. Certified as a Great Place to Work, Castelfalfi reaffirms each day its commitment to people's wellbeing, fostering an environment where authenticity, excellence and mutual care coexist in harmonious balance.
Main duties and responsibilities:
* Ensure the highest level of Sushi and Asian dishes are always delivered to guests, in line with the established recipes, as approved by the culinary management
* Receive orders and prepare food during meal services. Ensure proper garnish and accompaniments are of excellent standard;
* Support the culinary team in other dishes preparations as requested
* Monitor grocery stocks and suggest orders to the culinary management to ensure availability of any Indian/Asian ingredient
* Ensure all Health and Safety, Privacy and Security procedure are followed at all times
Requirements
* Excellent and consistent Sushi and Asian culinary experience in gourmet dining and/or luxury hotels is a must
* Good knowledge of English along with some conversational Italian would represent a great advantage
* Pleasant personality and attitude, able to work efficiently in team
* Professional appearance and attitude, with proficient communication skills
* Perfect knowledge of the international HACCP hygiene and kitchen safety rules
Contractual Terms
* Full-time contract under the National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL) for the Tourism sector.
* Salary offer to be discussed during the selection process, based on professional background, market benchmarks, and company context.
Benefits
* Access to the company canteen, including on days off.
* Invitations to exclusive Castelfalfi staff events.
* Tailored training experiences based on the needs of the role and team.
* Discounts on dining, wellness, and sports activities within the resort and estate.
* Housing allowance solutions available, where applicable, for staff relocating from outside the area.
Provided Equipment
* Professional tools appropriate to the role.
* Uniforms and laundry service for operational staff.
Workplace: Castelfalfi (FI), Italy
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Italy.
This position is open to all candidates regardless of gender (as per Legislative Decree 198/2006) and in compliance with current equal opportunity regulations. Applications are also welcome from candidates of all ages and nationalities, in accordance with legal requirements.