Sushi Chef Responsibilities:
- Expertly cutting, slicing, and filleting different types of fish.
- Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes and informing the Executive Chef when quality is sub-standard.
- Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
- Maintaining a clean work environment in order to prevent food contamination.
- Regularly taking inventory of food supplies and other products.
- Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty.
- Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use.
- Communicating with wait staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met.
Sushi Chef Requirements:
- Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques
- Proven experience working in upscale sushi restaurants.
- Team spirit
- Sound knowledge of food safety regulations.
- The ability to work under pressure.
- The ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Excellent time-management skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Flexible schedule, Availability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings
- Certification from a culinary school is a plus
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
12245 Poway Rd, Suite A, Poway CA 92064
Harneypoway.com
Awards:
- Ranch and Coast Magazine San Diego's best Sushi 2010 2011
- San Diego Magazine Best Sushi Bar 2010 2011
- San Diego Home and Garden Best Sushi 2009 2011
- Bay Wine and Food Festival Chef of the Fest 2009 2010
- NBC Golden Local Best Sushi 2009
- City Beat Magazine Best Sushi 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
- Zagat Award of Excellence 2007 2008
- Zagat Americas Top Japanese Restaurants 2007
- Channel 10 News Best Sushi 2007
- Citysearch Best First Date Spot 2008
- San Diego Local Business Association San Diego's Best Sushi 2008 2009
- 944 Magazine Best Sake Menu 2008 target
- OpenTable Top 10 Hot Spots 2011
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
Experience level:
Restaurant type:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Sushi Chef: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person