JOB OVERVIEW:
Under the general guidance of the Chef de Cuisine, the Sushi Cook is responsible for the preparation, execution, and presentation of high-quality sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes within a refined, high-volume luxury environment. This role oversees the sushi station, ensuring exceptional product quality, food safety compliance, and consistent execution aligned with brand standards. The ideal candidate is disciplined, detail-oriented, and passionate about precision, artistry, and elevated guest experiences.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri rolls, and specialty items with consistency and precision.
- Maintain mise en place and ensure station readiness for service
- Follow standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
- Monitor product freshness, quality, and proper storage.
- Execute orders in a timely manner while maintaining impeccable standards
- Own and manager the sushi station during service
- Coordinate with Sous Chef, and CDC on daily features and specials
- Support and train line cooks when assigned
- Communicate clearly with front of house regarding timing and special requests.
- Adhere to local health department regulations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area at all times
- Ensure proper labeling, rotation, and temperature control of products
- Participate in inventory counts and waste control initiatives
- Assist with receiving and inspecting seafood deliveries
- Support cost control by minimizing waste and managing portion control
- Uphold company culinary standards and appearance guidelines.
- We recognize we are in the hospitality industry and that may require us to provide lateral service.
- We will on occasion call for each individual in the team to, on a routine basis perform various related tasks as needed in the spirit of providing exceptional guest service.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to provide clear direction to the venue teams.
- Communicate with team members using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand requests, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.
- Remain calm and alert, especially during emergency situations.
- Make decisions and take actions based on previous experience and good judgment, sometimes revising procedures to accommodate unusual situations.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Sushi Cook or Chef de Partie in a high end restaurant
- Strong knife skills and technical sushi knowledge
- Must have strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals
- Must have excellent organizational skills, ability to function under time constraints, expedite and meet deadlines with attention to detail
- Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation with a proven track record of living the company's values
- An intermediate to proficient understanding of Computer systems such as: Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook is preferred
- Enter and locate work related information using computers and/or point of sale systems
- Possess a gracious, friendly, and fun demeanor
- Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high level attention to detail
- Must be able observant and quick to respond to various situations productive working relationships with other employees and departments
- Ability to work independently and to partner with others to promote an environment of teamwork
- Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift.
- while also multitasking and handling stressful situations.
- Must be able to twist, tow (push or pull), reach, bend climb and carry objects as necessary.
- Must have excellent communication skills and be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
- All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific department uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you by your supervisor.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
