Sushi Chef - PR
About The Position
Sushi Chefs prepare, produce, and present menu items, with a focus on sushi, maki, nigiri, and sashimi. They follow recipes and special requests, portioning controls, par levels, and food-safety and quality standards. The role includes preparing presentations and setting up orders according to tickets or direction from the Executive Chef or Head Sushi Chef, maintaining communication with the Head Sushi Chef, and keeping food-preparation areas, equipment, and kitchen stations clean, stocked, and organized. Sushi Chef experience is preferred but not necessary; training may include shadowing another Sushi Chef, depending on experience. Candidates must pass a written test regarding Shakou’s menu.
Requirements
- Food Handler certificates are required.
- Basic reading and writing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills.
- Well-organized and able to multitask.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Maintain a neat, clean uniform, well-groomed hair, and personal hygiene in accordance with company policy.
- Pass a written test regarding Shakou’s menu.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Sushi Chef experience is preferred but not necessary.
Responsibilities
- Prepare food items and ingredients for menu items, including sushi, maki, nigiri, and sashimi, according to recipes or special requests directed by the Head Sushi Chef.
- Follow portioning controls and par levels and maintain food-safety and quality standards.
- Prepare plate presentations and set up orders according to tickets or directions from the Executive Chef or Head Sushi Chef.
- Communicate with the Head Sushi Chef about concerns or challenges in fulfilling orders or tickets.
- Wash and clean raw food products and follow refrigerated-product hold times, returning items to coolers promptly.
- Inspect and clean food-preparation areas, equipment, work surfaces, and serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
- Set up, operate, break down, and clean kitchen equipment.
- Assist with stocking and organizing daily and weekly deliveries and setting up restaurant kitchen stations.
- Assist the Head Sushi Chef as directed and perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with workplace safety, knife-safety, and sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Promote a positive, collaborative employee culture that supports customer needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
