Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee•Cedar Rapids, IA

13d

About The Position

The Sushi Chef prepares fresh packaged and made-to-order sushi, leads the sushi program, and helps train and guide the Sushi Clerk. The role ensures that sushi products meet standards for quality, freshness, accuracy, and presentation while providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced food environment. The Sushi Chef also supports ordering and planning, merchandising, demonstrations, sanitation, and other store needs. A high school diploma or equivalent and Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certification are required. One to three years of similar or related experience and prior meal preparation experience are preferred. Applicants must be at least 18. Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen.

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 clearly communicate 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 outstanding customer service, greet customers, and communicate 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 sushi product layout.
Train and support the Sushi Clerk.
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.
Keep current on meal trends and menu planning.
Attend companywide and industry meetings as assigned.
Follow the dress code, hygiene standards, and company policies.
Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.