Sushi Sous Chef

Wegmans Food Markets•Fayetteville, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sushi Sous Chef uses culinary talents and managerial skills to run the day-to-day operation of the Sushi department in partnership with the main Kitchen. The role oversees a team of cooks and other employees, ensuring high-quality fish and ingredients are used to create flavorful Sushi for customers. The position is based at 6789 E. Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066, and is full time. Availability is required for mornings, afternoons, and evenings, including weekends. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Requirements

Lead Cook experience with supervisory experience.
Knife skills.

Nice To Haves

Diverse culinary experience, including making sushi and other types of Japanese cuisine.
High proficiency in cutting and working with whole fish.
Experience overseeing the daily operations of a large team.

Responsibilities

Run the day-to-day Sushi kitchen operation within the Restaurant Foods Department.
Offer customers meal suggestions and cooking techniques to help them prepare products successfully at home.
Oversee the Sushi operation to drive sales, share the company vision with employees, and supervise the team to maximize efficiency.
Ensure products are prepared consistently, are high quality, and are visually appealing, using Wegmans recipes and techniques.
Create excitement about and educate others on new programs at Wegmans.
Oversee cooks and other employees and ensure high-quality fish and ingredients are used.