Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee • Sioux Falls, SD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sushi Chef at Hy-Vee, you prepare fresh sushi for customers, both packaged and made-to-order, and lead the sushi program. You help train and guide the Sushi Clerk and ensure products meet standards for quality, freshness, accuracy, and presentation. The role involves customer service, food ordering and planning, merchandising, demonstrations, sanitation, and keeping the work area clean and organized. It is a fast-paced position with significant activity throughout the shift. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certification required.
• Ability to prepare sushi with skill, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service and communicate clearly with customers about food and preparation.
• Ability to use logical thinking to solve problems involving multiple variables.
• Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to guide and support teammates with clear direction and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of similar or related experience preferred.
• Prior meal preparation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh packaged and made-to-order sushi while ensuring quality, accuracy, and freshness.
• Provide outstanding customer service, greet customers, and respond to questions about food and preparation.
• Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone, and communicate with customers in person, by phone, and by email.
• Oversee food ordering and planning and assist with scheduling for the sushi program.
• Assist with merchandising techniques and the layout of sushi products.
• Train and support the Sushi Clerk to promote consistent quality and a positive work environment.
• Follow sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Label and date products, put products away accurately, and check in and receive orders.
• Plan and perform fresh sushi demonstrations.
• Stay current on meal trends and menu planning.
• Attend companywide and industry meetings as assigned.
• Follow Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and company policies.
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED