Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee, Inc.•Waverly, IA

10d

About The Position

The Sushi Chef prepares packaged and made-to-order sushi for customers and leads the sushi program. The role emphasizes quality, freshness, accuracy, presentation, customer service, food safety, and maintaining a clean, organized work area. The Sushi Chef also trains and supports the Sushi Clerk, oversees food ordering and planning, and assists with scheduling, merchandising, demonstrations, and menu planning. The position works in a fast-paced food-service environment and may assist in other store areas or special projects as needed. The role reports to the Store Director, Store Manager, Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home, Food Service Director, Asian Department Manager, Assistant Asian Department Manager, and Service Managers. The Sushi Chef directly supervises the Sushi Clerk. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certification.
Ability to prepare sushi skillfully, consistently, and with attention to detail.
Ability to provide excellent customer service and communicate clearly 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.
Prior meal preparation experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare packaged and made-to-order sushi, ensuring quality, accuracy, and freshness.
Provide outstanding customer service, greet customers, and help make each visit positive.
Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone; communicate about food and food 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.
Follow the company dress code, hygiene standards, and policies.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.