Premium Sushi Prep & Service Assistant

The Madison Club; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Benefits

Vision Benefits

401k

PTO

Employee Meals

Referral Incentives

Recognition Programs

Professional development

Work-Family Culture

Job summary

Nestled in California’s desert paradise, The Madison Club is La Quinta’s most exclusive, private residential community, offering the finest golf and club facilities in an intimate and sophisticated setting. It is a place of effortless grace and charm with an ambiance of quiet sophistication, intimacy, and understated luxury.

“The Madison Club” is seeking a Sushi Assistant to craft fresh fish dishes and assist the Sushi Chef to ensure quality and consistency, contributing to the Discovery Land

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or certificate strongly preferred.
• At least two (2) years of culinary experience in high end sushi restaurants.
• Extensive knowledge of sushi preparation.
• Has complete knowledge and understanding of all cookery techniques and processes.
• Possess CA Food Handlers Card (FHC) - Must obtain certification within 7 Days of Hire
• Thorough understanding of all occupational health and safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with any member or guest issues/concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure the items prepared are always of the highest quality possible, both in presentation and taste; Prepare for regular spot checks for menu accuracy and taste in all areas.
• Understand and maintain sushi menu standards for exception and consistent service.
• Anticipate daily business levels and communicate needs for inventory and preparations for service to minimize any spoiled or contaminated products.
• Complete all cleaning schedules, temperature records, opening/closing checklists daily.
• Ensures that spoiled or damaged serving utensils are not in use, i.e., cracked/chipped China, glassware, and trains staff to do the same. Notifies any non-usable products to the Stewarding Supervisor to record as breakage and ensures that par levels of equipment are kept up to date.
• Champion a clean and safe work environment by ensuring all safety, health, and food handling standards are followed.
• Recommend or present new menu items to the Sushi Chef utilizing research on new or local products, trends, and member requests which deliver on financial target and quality expectations.
• Understand the quality and quantity of the ingredients, suggest modifications or other ingredients to be used.
• Attend department meetings and trainings as necessary.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sushi prep expertise

Food safety awareness

English communication

Education

Culinary degree or certificate

Job description

Nestled in California’s desert paradise, The Madison Club is La Quinta’s most exclusive, private residential community, offering the finest golf and club facilities in an intimate and sophisticated setting. It is a place of effortless grace and charm with an ambiance of quiet sophistication, intimacy, and understated luxury.

“The Madison Club” is seeking a Sushi Assistant to craft fresh fish dishes and assist the Sushi Chef to ensure quality and consistency, contributing to the Discovery Land