Sushi Chef

Job Description

$24.00 / Hour
Full-Time
Full Benefits
Opportunities for Career Advancement

The Sushi Chef will be responsible for controlling the work and product produced for Sushi and or other Japanese/Asian cuisines. This requires in-depth knowledge of sushi preparation, proper fish handling and safe sanitation techniques. They can also expect to:

Provide the highest level of customer service quality at all times
Ensure compliance of all standards and procedures relating to HACCP and provincial workplace safety standards
Meet or exceed Brand established food quality and plating specifications.
Support SSP business and objectives
Ensure a safe working environment for all associates
Retain a thorough understanding of current sushi procedures/business practices is imperative in ensuring continuous improvement in both customer and associate satisfaction.
Complete other duties as assigned

Preferred:

1+ years of proven experience as sushi chef/cook in high volume operation
Indepth knowledge of Japanese/Asian ingredients in sushi preparation, proper fish handling and sanitation principles
Excellent knife skills and fish fabrication techniques
Demonstrates knowledge of product, service, quality, equipment and operations standards.
Demonstrates an understanding of operating a food and beverage business
Food handlers permit as required by law
Understand that the customer is our #1 priority
Use sound business judgment to increase sales and operating profits
Effective organizational and planning skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to recruit, hire, train and develop management associates
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to be proactive and self-directed

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.

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