Sushi Chef/ Sushi Helper

Genki Sushi in Cary is looking for Sushi Chef to join our team and prepare delicious plates for our guests. Sushi Chef responsibilities include handling a wide range of raw fish and other ingredients, managing food stock and working with an attention to detail to fulfill all orders within quality standards. To be successful in this role, one must be highly motivated, professional, hard working, reliable, and able to multi task in a fast paced environment. You should have experience with Japanese cuisine and be available to work during our opening hours.

Responsibilities

• Create a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish (for example, salmon, tuna, unagi, and etc.)
• Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi
• Manage food prep activities like boiling rice and etc.
• Coordinate with our wait staff to ensure proper cooking, considering special requests and food allergies
• Maintain hygiene principles in all cooking areas and clean your space at the end of the shift

Skills

• Must have at least 1+year experience as a Sushi Chef
• Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques
• Ability to work both fast and accurately
• Team spirit
• Availability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings
• Flexibility to take on various shifts

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person