Lead Sushi Chef

foodcityinternship; Pulaski (VA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Weekly pay with direct deposit

Life and disability insurance

Medical plan with wellness benefits

Dental plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Associate offers

Job summary

Food City is seeking a sushi chef to manage all aspects of its in-store fresh sushi program. The role involves frequent customer interaction during production and sampling, with an emphasis on a clean, organized workstation and friendly customer service.

The chef will answer questions and actively support the Sushi program. The position requires greeting guests, preparing fish and produce for sushi, and maintaining food safety records while assembling sushi and related items for sale.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to meet standard Physical, Mental, and Visual demands
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals on a daily basis
• Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and engage with customers
• Prepare finfish, shellfish, and produce for sushi
• Test and maintain sushi rice food safety records
• Assemble, package, and label sushi, sides, and spring rolls
• Create custom sushi rolls per customer request
• Train and assist other associates as needed
• Comply with Food City policies and government food safety standards
• Maintain high standards of product quality
• Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of ingredients and packages
• Keep workstation clean and organized at all times
• Know the sushi menu and ingredients
• Market the Food City Sushi Program with sampling
• Assist with ordering supplies to avoid stockouts
• Maintain signage and communicate customer feedback to Meat Dept Manager
• Other duties as needed

Job description

Job Summary:

The sushi chef is responsible for all aspects of producing sushi for our in-store fresh sushi program. There will be a lot of direct interaction with customers during production and through frequent sampling. The chef must be able to work in a clean and organized fashion since production happens in front of the customer. The chef will also need to be outgoing, friendly, and willing to answer any questions our customers may have.

Essential Job Functions:

• The first and most important responsibility becomes to acknowledge, greet, and engage all guests.
• Prepare various finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce items to be used in the sushi.
• Prepare, test, and maintain food safety records for sushi rice.
• Assemble, package, and label various forms of sushi, sides, and spring rolls for sale to the customer.
• Assemble custom sushi rolls at the request of the customer.
• Responsible for training and assisting other Associates as needed.
• Complete compliance of all Food City policies and procedures as well as Federal, State and Local government Food Safety Standards.
• Constantly inspect and maintain the highest standards in product quality.
• Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of all ingredients and retail packages.
• Keep workstation and area neat and clean at all times.
• Complete knowledge of sushi menu and all ingredients.
• Actively market Food City Sushi Program following a regular sampling schedule.
• Assist in ordering all supplies to achieve a minimum inventory, while avoiding out-of-product conditions.
• Assist with maintaining proper signage.
• Communicate customer comments and requests to Meat Department Manager.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ability to meet standard Physical, Mental, and Visual demands
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals on a daily basis
• Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies

Benefits of working for Food City:

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Weekly Pay Checks with Direct Deposit
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Medical Plan with wellness benefits
• Dental Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacations
• Associate Offers
• and so much more!

About Food City:

Food City is a privately held, family-owned company with a driving mission to "run the best store in town." Dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, we encourage our associates to get involved with their local civic organizations. We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by our associates through our employee stock ownership plan, promoting tremendous pride in the services and products we provide. Whether your passion is baking, accounting, or trucking, Food City has a promising career opportunity for you. We offer flexible schedules to ensure our associates have ample time to spend with family and friends. If you're looking for a great career or the opportunity to try something different, consider becoming part of the Food City family.