Sushi Chef

K-VA-T Food Stores•Newport, TN
•Onsite

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 customer interaction during production and sampling, so the chef must work neatly and maintain an organized workstation in view of customers. The chef is also expected to be outgoing, friendly, and willing to answer customer questions. The position includes preparing and assembling sushi and related products, maintaining food safety and product-quality standards, promoting the sushi program through sampling, supporting inventory and signage, and training or assisting other associates as needed. The chef must follow Food City policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local food safety standards.

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.
  • Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to interact and maintain contact with individuals at various levels on a daily basis.
  • Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts and adhere to company time and attendance policies.

Responsibilities

  • Acknowledge, greet, and engage all guests.
  • Prepare finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce for 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.
  • Comply with 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 complete knowledge of the sushi menu and its ingredients.
  • Market the Food City Sushi Program by following a regular sampling schedule.
  • 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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