Sushi Cook

LMLC OPERATIONS LLC•Big Sky, MT

3d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Moonlight Basin is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Sushi Cook to prepare high-quality sushi plates and rolls for members and guests. The role prepares intricate, well-presented sushi while maintaining strict raw-food handling and sanitation standards, working with the culinary team in a fast-paced, luxury club setting. The position is suited to an experienced sushi cook who takes pride in precision, presentation, and consistency. Work is performed primarily in a commercial kitchen and sushi bar, with exposure to heat, cold, sharp tools, and wet or slippery floors. Schedules vary with business needs and include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members are expected to follow Moonlight Basin uniform and appearance standards. Physical requirements include standing and walking for 8–10 hours per shift, regularly lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching, frequent precise use of hands and fingers, visual acuity for food presentation, and performing physical tasks at approximately 7,500 feet or higher.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a sushi cook.
Knowledge of and ability to operate small- and large-scale kitchen equipment.
Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen and demonstrated customer service experience.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require.
High school diploma, GED, vocational training, or related coursework.
Proficient in English reading, writing, and comprehension.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members, leadership, vendors, and members or guests.
Exceptional knife skills, precision, and attention to detail in preparation and presentation.
Commitment to member and guest satisfaction and professional representation of Moonlight Basin.
Positive, respectful attitude and clean, neat professional appearance; respect for member privacy.
Ability to solve basic problems independently, recognize when to involve a manager, perform basic math, and use basic computer skills.
Ability to adapt to variable winter and summer business volumes, with strong planning and execution skills.
Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hours per shift; regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach; and use hands and fingers constantly for precise food handling.
Visual acuity to ensure accurate, neat, high-quality food presentation and ability to perform physical tasks at approximately 7,500 feet or higher.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe certification.
Experience in a private club, resort, or luxury restaurant setting.
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare sushi orders according to recipes and instructions, producing intricate, attractive plates and rolls efficiently and consistently.
Prepare seafood, meats, poultry, vegetables, and other ingredients for service.
Safely handle ready-to-eat food served raw and follow food-safety standards.
Use knives, hand tools, utensils, and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, chill, freeze, and otherwise prepare food for the dining room and sushi bar.
Ensure proper portions, arrangement, and garnish; monitor the quality and quantity of food prepared and served.
Check and record food and equipment temperatures using thermometers and thermostats.
Monitor kitchen supplies and ingredients and assist with month-end inventory.
Work with culinary and restaurant teams to maintain compliance with applicable sanitation and safety standards.
Clean and maintain the kitchen and sushi station at the beginning and end of each shift.
Follow property safety and security procedures; seek medical attention when needed and immediately notify a manager and Human Resources in the event of an accident or emergency.
Adhere to and reinforce Moonlight Basin brand standards, service guidelines, and safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.