Sushi Chef

Job DescriptionBlue Lake Casino & Hotel
POSITION DESCRIPTIONMANAGEMENT RETAINS THE RIGHT TO CHANGE JOB DESCRIPTION AS DEEMED NECESSARY
Job Title: Sushi Chef
Department: F&B - Kitchen
Reports To: Executive Sous Chef
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources Manager

Position open until filled.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sushi Chef is responsible for the preparation and presentation of sushi dishes in an appealing and standardized manner. This role involves coordinating individual orders and maintaining active communication with both front and back of house staff to ensure a dining experience that surpasses guest expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrives at work punctually and in the designated uniform.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Prepares menu items for the designated work station and assists colleagues as necessary.
• Completes all daily tasks before and after the shift.
• Addresses all guest needs throughout the meal to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Maintains high standards of appearance and sanitation daily, promoting safe practices among kitchen staff.
• Facilitates communication between the Chef, Kitchen, Bar, and Dining Room.
• Responds promptly and effectively to any issues that arise.
• Handles guest inquiries and concerns with professionalism.
• Engages with guests in a friendly and positive manner.
• Maintains direct and ongoing communication with co-workers, management, and other departments.
• Takes orders from customers.
• Completes and serves orders at the sushi bar.
• Cleans food preparation equipment and work areas, including counters and tables.
• Follows all sanitation regulations diligently.
• Stays updated on kitchen safety protocols and adheres to them.
• Exhibits courtesy, friendliness, and helpfulness towards customers and team members.
• Wears appropriate non-slip footwear.
• Prepares all food according to established guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Promotes the following within the department and among all Team Members:

• Fosters an atmosphere of enjoyment for all casino guests.
• Encourages mutual respect, dignity, and integrity among all Team Members by setting positive examples.
• Maintains a professional reputation for the department, company, and community.

Blue Lake Casino & Hotel requires Team Members, on a continual basis...

• To provide a safe work environment for Team Members by adhering to established safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
• To uphold a professional reputation for the department, company, and community.
• To enforce performance standards, policies, and procedures relevant to the department.
• To maintain consistent and regular attendance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To successfully perform this role, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) along with two years of relevant work experience and/or training demonstrating competence in kitchen operations, fish filleting, and sushi preparation is required. The ability to understand simple instructions, memos, and training materials is essential. Customer service must be prioritized, and candidates should be dependable, motivated, and capable of following instructions to complete tasks in a timely manner.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other Team Members of the organization. Must possess the ability to interact pleasantly with guests and other employees, maintaining good working relationships.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Ability to learn and master all required sushi recipes. Must demonstrate proficiency in using all kitchen equipment and basic kitchen/sushi techniques. Must be capable of multitasking, such as cooking several orders simultaneously while following the Chef's directions.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess excellent presentation skills and strong interpersonal abilities. Familiarity with sanitation standards for restaurants is essential.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

While employed, a valid and active Blue Lake Tribal Gaming Commission License must be maintained.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and perform repetitive motions; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The Team Member may occasionally be required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly exposed to sharp knives. The Team Member may occasionally be exposed to cigarette smoke, wet and/or humid conditions, and hazards associated with wet floors. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate.

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