Lead Sushi Chef — Guest-Facing Fresh Prep Pro

foodcityinternship; Oak Park (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Weekly pay via 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 for our in-store fresh sushi program in Oak Park, TN. The role involves direct customer interaction during production and sampling, requiring a clean, organized workflow and friendly, outgoing communication with guests.

You will prepare fish, shellfish, and produce, test sushi rice safety, and assemble/label items for sale. You will train teammates, ensure compliance with Food City policies and safety standards, monitor temperatures, and keep the area tidy.

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 with customers daily
• Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to time and attendance policies

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage all guests as they approach the sushi counter.
• Prepare various finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce for sushi.
• Test and maintain sushi rice food safety records.
• Assemble, package, and label sushi, sides, and spring rolls for sale.
• Create custom sushi rolls upon customer request.
• Assist in training and supporting other Associates as needed.
• Adhere to Food City policies and Federal, State and Local food safety standards.
• Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of ingredients and packages.
• Keep workstation neat and clean at all times.
• Know the sushi menu and all ingredients inside and out.
• Market Food City Sushi Program through regular sampling.
• Assist with ordering supplies to maintain inventory.
• Assist with signage and communicate customer feedback to the Meat Department Manager.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Job description

Food City is seeking a sushi chef for our in-store fresh sushi program in Oak Park, TN. The role involves direct customer interaction during production and sampling, requiring a clean, organized workflow and friendly, outgoing communication with guests.

You will prepare fish, shellfish, and produce, test sushi rice safety, and assemble/label items for sale. You will train teammates, ensure compliance with Food City policies and safety standards, monitor temperatures, and keep the area tidy.