Sushi Cook

Summary:

The role of a Sushi Cook is to prepare food for the restaurant, employee meals, banquets and other specialist roles at the high quality our owners and guests expect. As a Sushi Cook, it is expected to work with fellow Team Members to ensure satisfaction. The Sushi Cook will take initiative and get creative in resolving challenges.

Essential Duties / Tasks / Responsibilities:

· To properly and efficiently prepare and present all food items to be served including accommodating special guests requests.

· Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi

· Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards

· Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment only as intended

· Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day

· Maintain positive co-worker and guest relations at all times

· Maintain and strictly abide by State sanitation/Health regulations and company standards

· Follow prep work as specified by the Manager or Supervisor

· Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy

· Perform job functions under variable working conditions (for example: heat or cold)

· Prioritize and organized

· Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgement

· Follow directions thoroughly

· Understand guest's service needs

· Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team

· Work with minimal supervision

· Maintain confidentiality of company information and recipes

· To maintain internal cleanliness of all food prep areas.

· To communicate the need for goods to be ordered to kitchen leadership.

· To follow all specifications and to properly set up hot and cold line stations.

· To be able to read, understand and produce in a timely manner.

· Immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions.

· To maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times.

· To practice safe work habits at all times and to avoid injury to self and others.

· To comply with company and departmental safety rules and regulations, including the property handling of all relevant equipment and machinery.

· To attend all mandatory meetings as directed.

· Performs additional responsibilities as requested.

· To perform other tasks, including cross-training as directed.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA’s):

Knowledge/Abilities:

· Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.

· Previous Sushi making experience required.

· Must have basic knowledge of production and operations in all relevant kitchen areas.

· Must be familiar with proper use and cleaning of relevant kitchen equipment and machinery.