Trainee Sushi Chef

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Sushi Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for creating exquisite sushi and sashimi dishes, ensuring high-quality standards, and delivering an exceptional dining experience to our guests. If you are passionate about the art of sushi-making, possess a deep knowledge of traditional and contemporary sushi techniques, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

Sushi Preparation: Prepare a wide variety of sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri, and other traditional Japanese dishes with precision and creativity, ensuring the highest level of taste, texture, and presentation.

Menu Development: Collaborate with the management team to create new and innovative sushi offerings, considering seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and culinary trends.

Quality Control: Ensure the freshness and quality of all ingredients used in sushi preparation, maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness in compliance with health regulations.

Order and Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, place orders for necessary ingredients, and effectively manage stock to minimize wastage and maintain cost control.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with kitchen staff, sushi assistants, and servers to coordinate timely food preparation, maintain smooth operations, and ensure excellent service delivery.

Training and Mentoring: Provide guidance and training to junior Sushi Chefs and assistants, imparting knowledge of sushi techniques, knife skills, and proper handling of ingredients.

Customer Interaction: Interact with customers, explaining sushi options, making recommendations, and accommodating special requests to ensure an exceptional dining experience.

Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and clean sushi preparation equipment, including knives, cutting boards, sushi cases, and other tools, ensuring their proper functionality and longevity.

Stay Updated: Continuously research and explore new trends, techniques, and ingredients in the sushi industry, staying up-to-date with evolving culinary practices and sharing knowledge with the team.

Qualifications:

Experience: Proven experience working as a Sushi Chef in a high-volume restaurant or sushi bar, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in various sushi techniques and presentations.

Culinary Skills: Extensive knowledge of traditional and contemporary sushi-making techniques, including sushi rice preparation, fish selection, slicing, and handling, rolling, and garnishing.

Creativity: Demonstrated ability to create visually appealing and innovative sushi dishes while maintaining authentic flavors and textures.

Food Safety and Sanitation: Thorough understanding and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a clean and hygienic working environment.

Time Management: Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members, take customer orders, and provide exceptional customer service.

Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities and maintaining composure during busy periods.

Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a physically demanding environment.

Culinary Education: A culinary degree or diploma in sushi or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.

If you are passionate about sushi, possess exceptional skills, and are committed to delivering an outstanding dining experience, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of an exciting culinary journey that celebrates the art of sushi-making.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

Restaurant type:

• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

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

Work Location: In person