Area Sushi Chef

Hy-Vee, Inc. • Gretna, NE

7d

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, accuracy, and presentation. The role includes serving customers, overseeing food ordering and planning, assisting with scheduling and merchandising, and training and supporting the Sushi Clerk. The position also involves maintaining sanitation and an organized work area, managing product labeling and receiving, conducting demonstrations, and staying informed about meal trends and menu planning. The Sushi Chef may assist in other store areas and special projects as needed. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of 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 communicate clearly with customers about food and its 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 while ensuring quality, accuracy, and freshness.
• Provide outstanding customer service and create a positive customer experience.
• Take customer orders at the counter and over the phone, and communicate about food and its 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 ensure consistent quality and a positive work environment.
• Follow sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Label, date, and put products away 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 the company's dress code, hygiene standards, and 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