Sushi Chef
About The Position
The Sushi Chef is responsible for producing sushi for Food City’s in-store fresh sushi program. The role involves frequent direct interaction with customers during preparation and sampling. The chef must work cleanly and stay organized while preparing food in front of customers, and should be outgoing, friendly, and willing to answer customer questions. The position includes preparing and packaging sushi and related products, maintaining food safety and product quality, supporting and training other associates, and helping promote and operate the sushi program. The chef also assists with supplies and signage and communicates customer comments and requests to the Meat Department Manager.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to meet standard physical, mental, and visual demands.
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions and perform routine, repetitive tasks.
- Ability to interact regularly with individuals at various levels.
- Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts and adhere to company time and attendance policies.
- Ability to work cleanly and in an organized fashion in front of customers.
- Outgoing and friendly manner, with willingness to answer customer questions.
Responsibilities
- Acknowledge, greet, and engage all guests.
- Prepare finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce for use in sushi.
- Prepare, test, and maintain food safety records for sushi rice.
- Assemble, package, and label sushi, sides, and spring rolls for sale.
- Prepare custom sushi rolls at customers’ request.
- Train and assist other associates as needed.
- Follow Food City policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local food safety standards.
- Inspect products and maintain high product quality standards.
- Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of ingredients and retail packages.
- Keep the workstation and surrounding area neat and clean.
- Maintain knowledge of the sushi menu and its ingredients.
- Promote the Food City Sushi Program through regular sampling.
- Assist with ordering supplies to maintain minimum inventory and avoid out-of-product conditions.
- Assist with maintaining proper signage.
- Communicate customer comments and requests to the Meat Department Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Weekly paychecks with direct deposit
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Medical plan with wellness benefits
- Dental plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacations
- Associate offers
- Flexible schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
