The position of Sushi Chef is responsible for high-quality preparation, cooking, and production of dishes during service to menu and recipe specifications.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare and produce a variety of high-quality dishes as per guest orders, while following approved recipes & specifications in an accurate and timely manner.
- Perform work on different kitchen line stations as per business demands.
- Cook menu items in alignment with the kitchen team to deliver dishes simultaneously at appropriate time.
- Weigh and measure ingredients; properly use recipes in order to produce dishes up to standard.
- Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation.
- Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet the TIN Building standards.
- Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards.
- Properly store and/or discard leftover food.
- Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed.
- Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out).
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift, in uniform, as per uniform standards.
- Complete any other task given with as required in a timely and professional manner.
- Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company.
- Must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Culinary degree and/or certificate highly desirable.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a full service, high-volume, fast paced kitchen or food service environment a plus.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with all types of sushi required.
- Must have excellent knife skills and are proficient in all aspects of cooking.
- Demonstrated experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
- Have experience on multiple stations in the kitchen.
- Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation standards
- Ability to take direction.
- Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications.
- Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills conducive to a productive teamwork environment.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Strong work ethic, team player, and customer-focused approach.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
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- Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional basis).
- Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.
- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
- Climbing steps regularly.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience level:
Restaurant type:
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fine dining restaurant
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Parlin, NJ 08859: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person