Sushi Cook
About The Position
At Sage Hospitality, how we work matters just as much as what we do. We are guided by a shared purpose to enrich lives, one experience at a time, and a vision to redefine how the world experiences hospitality. At The Nines, Portland, we embrace: Historic Retail Palace Reborn - Adaptive reuse of the 1909 Meier & Frank building as a love letter to Portland's architectural past. Dual Culinary Destination - Urban Farmer's farm-to-table steakhouse and Departure's rooftop pan-Asian cuisine — two of Portland's most acclaimed restaurants. Living Sustainability Philosophy - Onsite honeybees, hydroponic gardens, and a house butcher reflect a genuine commitment to sourcing. Oregon Art Immersion - 400+ locally curated pieces including the iconic Bird Song chandelier and student monotypes in every room. Sophisticated Portland Spirit - Luxury rooted in the city's creative, locally obsessed, independent character. All associates play an essential role in creating welcoming, inclusive environments where kindness, hospitality, and excellence are felt by guests and teams alike. These brandings reflect the unique spirit of The Nines, Portland and align with Sage Hospitality's commitment to genuine, meaningful connection.
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).
- Requires an ability to work as a team member and an ability to communicate with kitchen staff.
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
- Medical, Vision, Dental and Retirement 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
- Other Benefits:
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
