Sushi Cook

Sushi Cook Responsibilities & Duties

Reports to: Executive Chef

Summary/Objective

Responsible for the preparation of all sushi bar entrees and side items requiring sushi nigiri and rolls, and sashimi. Should know and not limiting of all sushi bar stations and sushi prep responsibility. Facilitates all sushi (including sushi rolls) and sashimi, cold dish preparation of the sushi bar requiring various cooking methods, knife skills, and organizing/procuring of ingredients for the restaurant.

Essential Functions

• Knows how to handle fish and other ingredients for sushi preparation.
• Prepares food items according to the recipe or instructions provided.
• Assisting prep and service for other stations
• Manages food stock and works with attention to detail to fulfill all orders within quality standards.
• Communicating with the front of the house to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met.
• Coordinate with the front of the house to ensure an efficient flow of orders.
• Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the Sous Chef or Executive Chef and Maintenance team.
• Stock designated station for the next shift.
• Assisting with the inventory of food supplies and other products.
• Complies with our exceptional standard for food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in the training of new employees as requested.
• Understand and follow written company procedures with 100% accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications

• At least two years of sushi bar working experience in high-volume cooking.
• Extensive knowledge of sushi preparation, techniques, and kitchen equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese seafood, fish, product, and terminology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to obtain and maintain full knowledge and understanding of the company and department rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Food Handler Card is required upon employment.
• Available to work scheduled shifts to include mornings, lunches, nights, weekend, holiday, offsite party, and overtime when needed.

Work Environment.

This job is performed usually indoors and outdoors, in a controlled environment, and experiences a high level of noise in the work environment. This job has intermittent levels of high stress.

Physical Demands.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is required to stand and walk.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work.

This is a full-time position. Employees are expected to work alternating schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications.

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Be able to understand English and Spanish.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize.
• Customer-oriented.
• Must be able to lift 20+ pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in both warm and cool environments, indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to tolerate high levels of noise.
• Must be able to tolerate potential exposure to allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.
• Excellent communication skills to connect effectively with co-workers and guests.
• Possess the ethics and positive attitude that support our values and culture.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

V&E provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.