Come join our team at Sushi Zushi.  Voted as the best Sushi restaurant for years running.  Our Sushi Chef must be prepared to amaze! This is accomplished by working behind the sushi bars, preparing all aspects of raw fish dishes from filleting/prepping to cutting nigiri/sashimi, to making rolls in a fast paced environment under limited supervision. Sushi is prepared in front of the customers, adding a visual and conversational element to the experience to include interacting with customers and engaging them.

Duties and Responsibilities: Adheres to all opening, maintaining, and closing duties of the sushi bar and other back-of-house operations Prepares sushi and sushi related Japanese dishes, and follows all standard operating procedures for each menu item regarding recipes, portioning, plating/presentation, etc., to ensure high quality food Apply proper cutting techniques, piece count, packaging, and labeling standards. Properly display and arrange visual presentation of products in sushi trays and cases Greets, interacts, communicates, and engages guests on a regular basis including taking orders, handling complaints, and educating customers regarding products as needed Follows all standard operating procedures, rules, policies, etc., regarding sanitation and food safety, HAACP plans, etc. Adheres to all local health codes Consistently maintain a high degree of cleanliness and organization with appearance, throughout preparation area, and sushi bar Ensure all required log books, including rice temperature logs, are maintained and verified as required Ensure daily production sheet is being followed Monitor sushi sales on an on-going basis and keeps manager informed regarded food consumption for inventory/ordering purposes to meet guest demands Understand and apply effective food control systems and food costs Maintain and order appropriate levels of produce and inventory to meet production demands Work in cooperation with the entire restaurant team and assist others as needed or as instructed Attend work as scheduled Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of Sushi experience Knowledge of food trends and leading flavor developments Recipe development experience food cost management Excellent food presentation skills ServSafe Certified Knowledge of HAACP standards Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence Excellent presentation skills, verbal and written Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels Creative, flexible, innovative team player Commitment to excellence and high standards Strong desire to be a part of the next wave in food service innovation