Sushi Culinary Specialist

7 days ago


Edwardsville, Illinois, United States So Hospitality Group Full time
Company Overview

Hiring and training exceptional individuals, allowing them to grow and excel, sets us apart from others. We seek friendly, dependable, honest, and hardworking individuals to join our positive culture and team at So Hospitality Group.

Sushi Chef Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Sushi Chef to prepare high-quality sushi dishes while adhering to Drunken Fish recipes and maintaining a spotless kitchen. This role involves managing food handling and storage of high-cost ingredients.

Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with the management team to ensure seamless kitchen operations.
  • Maintain the highest quality food preparation by following recipes, proper measuring, weighing, and mixing of ingredients as per the training manual and prep recipe sheets.
  • Prepare raw fish in compliance with safety protocols.
  • Create visually appealing sushi rice with consistent performance.
  • Monitor inventory levels and handle restocking or prep work in a timely manner.
  • Implement hygiene policies and safe food handling practices to maintain a clean kitchen environment.
  • Handle and store all ingredients and food properly.
  • Plating, garnishing, and arranging final presentations of dishes to meet the highest standards.
  • Assist with any other needs that may arise during service.
  • Coordinate preparation of food for large catering onsite and offsite events.
  • Participate in catering and deliveries offsite.
  • Ensure smooth opening and closing tasks are completed thoroughly.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workplace at all times.
  • Accommodate dietary needs and special requests from guests.
  • Support marketing events, such as wedding shows, trade shows, and charity events, as needed.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of professional food principles and standards.
  • Extreme attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Upkeep personal appearances and professionalism, training this standard to employees.
  • Follow through with assigned tasks and be flexible to accommodate newly assigned duties.
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful situations and excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to follow verbal directions and provide clear verbal directions.
  • Ability to multitask and possess excellent time management skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to be on your feet and alert for extended periods.
Estimated Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 per yearBenefits and Perks:
  • Competitive pay
  • Direct deposit
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunities for fast advancement