Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Shakopee, MN

1d•$16 - $20

About The Position

As a Sushi Chef at Hy-Vee, you prepare fresh packaged and made-to-order sushi, lead the sushi program, and help train and guide the Sushi Clerk. You ensure products meet standards for quality, freshness, and presentation while delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced food environment. The role includes food ordering and planning, merchandising, sanitation, product receiving and labeling, demonstrations, and staying current on meal trends and menu planning. You receive direction and support from store leadership and department managers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certification.
Ability to prepare sushi with skill, consistency, and attention to detail.
Ability to provide excellent 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, ensuring quality, accuracy, and freshness.
Provide welcoming customer service and communicate with customers about food and its preparation in person, by phone, and by email.
Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone.
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, date, and put products away accurately; 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.
Comply with the dress code, hygiene standards, and company policies.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.