Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee • Waverly, IA

9d

About The Position

The Sushi Chef prepares fresh packaged and made-to-order sushi for customers and leads the sushi program. The role supports and trains the Sushi Clerk and ensures products meet standards for quality, freshness, and presentation. It involves customer service, sushi preparation and demonstrations, food ordering and planning, merchandising, sanitation, and maintaining an organized work area. The position may also assist in other store areas and special projects as needed. The role reports to and receives direction from store leadership and food service and Asian department managers.

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 provide outstanding customer service and communicate clearly with customers about food and preparation.
• Ability to use logical thinking to solve problems with 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, maintaining quality, accuracy, and freshness.
• Provide outstanding customer service, greet customers, and communicate about food and 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 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 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