Job Details

Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare and create a variety of sushi dishes according to recipes and customer preferences.

- Engage with customers, create relationships
- Ensure the quality and freshness of ingredients used in sushi preparation.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate the timing of sushi orders with other menu items.
- Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
- Stay updated on current food trends and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into sushi creations.
- Provide excellent customer service by interacting with guests and addressing any questions or concerns.

Skills: they may have
- Strong culinary skills, with a focus on sushi preparation techniques.
- Knowledge of different types of fish, seafood, and other ingredients used in sushi dishes.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent knife skills for precise cutting and slicing of ingredients.
- Experience in menu planning and creating new sushi roll combinations.
- Familiarity with bartending techniques for creating specialty cocktails to pair with sushi dishes.
- Understanding of food production processes, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
- Proficiency in inventory control to ensure adequate stock levels of ingredients.

- Excellent customer service
- Ability to work well as part of a team and provide leadership when necessary.

Experience

• Previous experience as a Sushi Chef or in a similar role within the restaurant or food industry is preferred.
  
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in food preparation.
  
• Experience working in fine dining establishments is a plus.
  
• Familiarity with catering services is beneficial but not required.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment while maintaining individual accountability for tasks.
  
• A passion for culinary arts, particularly Japanese cuisine, with a willingness to learn and grow within the role.
  

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and skills. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

If you are passionate about sushi preparation, have strong culinary skills, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Sushi Chef and showcase your creativity while delighting our customers with delicious sushi creations.

Work location and shifts : Inside a grocery store. Various opportunities available for FT and PT chefs. Locations include West LA, Orange County, and Rancho Mirage. May require weekend work.

Please submit your resume highlighting relevant experience for consideration.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual proficiency
  
• Culinary experience with a focus on sushi and seafood
  
• Bartending skills and cocktail experience
  
• Strong inventory control abilities
  
• Excellent knife skills
  
• Menu planning expertise
  
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  
• Customer Service and interaction with customers