Summary (description):
As the sushi chef, you will be responsible for preparing all mise-en-place lists, ordering, inventory, menu development and expediting service and working service. Potential applicants must have superior culinary skills, a refined palate and high standards of excellence. The qualified candidate must be a motivated self-starter with excellent communication, problem resolution, organizational skills and operate effectively as part of a team.
Essential Functions include but may not be limited to:
Create an entertaining and special experience, positively interacting with guests during service
Know the proper methods of cutting and preparing fish, meat, vegetables and sauce
Properly make sushi rice
Handle fish and ingredients for sushi preparation
Select fresh and superior ingredients, continually checking the quality of raw and cooked products
Instruct cooks on preparation, cooking and garnishing of food
Maintenance and sharpening of knives
Keep sushi station up to sanitation and safety standards
Push the limits in creativity for both signature dishes and upcoming menu changes
In tune with the latest trends, craft appealing presentations
Perform daily, weekly and monthly inventories, ordering food and supplies when needed
Train and motivate staff
Requirements:
Minimum 2 years' experience in openly preparing and presenting Japanese cuisine.
Extensive product knowledge.
Interest in and familiarity with local or unique ingredients.
Superior knife skills.
Knowledge of Japanese culture, tradition and language.
Qualifications
Must be able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy; prioritize, organize and follow-up.
Minimum 2 years’ experience in traditional Japanese cuisine.
Must possess a strong dedication toward learning and motivation to progress in a fine dining environment.
Cleanliness, organization and the ability to work well in a team situation are crucial to this position.
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Work Environment
This job mainly operates on the floor during restaurant hours, with occasional travel required to attend meetings and events, or to fulfill other duties as needed.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee, Back of House to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. Frequently it is required to use hands and arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, be able to work in a sitting position for long periods of time.
