Sushi Cook (Seasonal)

Sage Hospitality•Portland, OR

2d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Departure Restaurant + Lounge, one of America's hottest Asian restaurants is currently hiring a Sushi Cook (seasonal March through June). Floating atop the landmark Meier & Frank Building, Departure's ambitious menu captivates diners with its' masterful remix of authentic coastal cuisines. From street food-styled starters to meal-sized classics, rice and noodle specialties to market-fresh sushi, Departure embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest and uses the freshest ingredients to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. As part of Sage Restaurant Group, we focus on building "independent" restaurants and lounges bordering our hotels in prime locations. We connect with the people that live and work in the communities we serve by providing highly designed, innovative, locally focused food and beverage experiences. Surrounded by farms, forests and the ocean, Portland is one of America’s booming food cities with year-round Farmers’ markets and artisans creating and making some of the most delicious goods in America. Join our fun, exciting, and fast-paced staff at one of the best restaurants in town. Job Overview To ensure proper service from the sushi station through quality control, following recipes and ensure proper sanitation levels.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s). Sushi rolling in a high volume operation preferred.
Requires an ability to work as a team member and an ability to communicate with kitchen staff.
Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 70 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time.
Periodic climbing required.
Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day.
Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day.
Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day.
Must have moderate hearing to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff.
Must have excellent vision to see that product is prepared appropriately.
Must have moderate comprehension and literacy to read use records and all special requests.
Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying.
Inside 95% of 8 hours. Going in the freezer temperatures can be -10 degrees. On the front line, temperatures can be over 100 degrees.

Nice To Haves

Sushi rolling in a high volume operation preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
Check pars for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
Return all food items not used on next shift to designed storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

Benefits

Eligible to enroll in medical insurance with employer covering up to 70% of premiums with wellness credit
Eligible to enroll in dental insurance with employer contribution towards premiums & vision insurance
Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meeting safe harbor requirements and no vesting period
Eligible to enroll in Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1000 company contribution
Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in supplemental coverage
Eligible to enroll for short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage
Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan
All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria
$50 TriMet monthly subsidy
Calm Health Application Subscription
Employee assistance program
Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year
Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral.