Sushi Chef
About The Position
The Sushi Chef prepares fresh packaged and made-to-order sushi and leads the sushi program, ensuring products meet standards for quality, freshness, and presentation. The role includes training and supporting the Sushi Clerk, serving customers, and contributing to food planning, ordering, merchandising, and demonstrations in a fast-paced food environment. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certification. One to three years of similar or related experience and prior meal preparation experience are preferred. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. The anticipated hourly starting wage is $15.00 to $18.75, depending on experience.
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 packaged and made-to-order sushi while maintaining quality, accuracy, and freshness.
- Provide outstanding customer service, greet customers, and respond to their needs.
- Take orders at the counter and over the phone, and 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 put away 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.
- Comply with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and company policies.
- Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
