sushi chef

Bluetail Sushi & Bistro; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluetail Sushi & Bistro in Kelowna, BC, Canada, is seeking an experienced sushi chef to lead kitchen operations on site. The role requires 2–3 years of relevant experience and strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.

You will supervise kitchen staff, develop recipes, train team members and ensure top quality seafood dishes for guests, including those with dietary restrictions.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in sushi preparation.
• Proficiency in English.
• On-site work at the restaurant location.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff.
• Create new recipes and refine menus.
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation.
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Prepare and cook food regularly and for special events.
• Prepare meals or specialty foods for customers.
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies.
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards.
• Prepare dishes for customers with allergies or intolerances.
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Restaurant
• Urban area

Ranks of chefs

• Sushi chef

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
• Create new recipes
• Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
• Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
• Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions
• Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods
• Requisition food and kitchen supplies
• Plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
• Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
• Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization

Cuisine specialties

• Sushi preparation techniques

Food specialties

• Fish and seafood

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player