Sushi Chef

K-VA-T Food Stores • Church Hill, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sushi Chef is responsible for producing sushi for Food City’s in-store fresh sushi program. The role involves frequent direct interaction with customers during production and sampling, and requires working cleanly and in an organized manner in a customer-facing setting. The chef is expected to be outgoing and friendly and to answer customer questions.

The position includes preparing and packaging sushi and related products, maintaining food safety and product-quality standards, supporting associates, and helping promote and operate the sushi program. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to meet standard physical, mental, and visual demands.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions.
• Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks.
• Ability to interact regularly with individuals at various levels.
• Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts and adhere to company time and attendance policies.

Responsibilities

• Acknowledge, greet, and engage all guests.
• Prepare finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce items for sushi.
• Prepare, test, and maintain food safety records for sushi rice.
• Assemble, package, and label sushi, sides, and spring rolls for sale.
• Prepare custom sushi rolls at customers’ request.
• Train and assist other associates as needed.
• Comply with Food City policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local food safety standards.
• Inspect products and maintain high product-quality standards.
• Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of ingredients and retail packages.
• Keep the workstation and surrounding area neat and clean.
• Maintain knowledge of the sushi menu and its ingredients.
• Market the Food City Sushi Program through regular sampling.
• Assist with ordering supplies to maintain minimum inventory and avoid out-of-product conditions.
• Assist with maintaining proper signage.
• Communicate customer comments and requests to the Meat Department Manager.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Weekly paychecks with direct deposit
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Medical plan with wellness benefits
• Dental plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacations
• Associate offers
• Flexible schedules

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed