Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee, Inc. • Sioux Falls, SD

9d

About The Position

As a Sushi Chef at Hy-Vee, you prepare fresh sushi for customers, including packaged and made-to-order products, and lead the sushi program. You help train and guide the Sushi Clerk and ensure products meet standards for quality, freshness, and presentation. The role involves customer service, food preparation, ordering and planning, merchandising, sanitation, product receiving, demonstrations, and keeping current with meal trends and menu planning. The work takes place in a fast-paced food environment, with direction and support from store and food-service management.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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 provide 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.
• Greet customers warmly and provide outstanding customer service.
• Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone, and communicate about food and preparation 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, date, and store products accurately; check in and receive orders.
• Plan and conduct fresh sushi demonstrations.
• Stay current on meal trends and menu planning.
• Attend companywide and industry meetings as assigned.
• Comply with the company dress code, hygiene standards, and 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