Sushi Chef

Sushi Omakase; Gilroy (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's is seeking a full-time Sushi Chef to craft delightful dishes for lunch and dinner and contribute to a lively dining atmosphere. Our program supports both new and experienced chefs, with strong opportunities for growth into leadership roles.

Responsibilities include menu review, meal planning with the general manager, and maintaining strict food safety and sanitation standards while coordinating with other departments and suppliers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary institute graduate preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of food preparation experience required.
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes.
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements.
• Must have a Food Service Sanitation Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare excellent and delicious dishes for lunch and dinners.
• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Ensure all food procedures are followed.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Assist with purchase and inventory of the food supply.
• Follow all sanitation guidelines.
• Become familiar with new menu items and dishes.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Food safety

Culinary teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Culinary institute graduate

On-the-job training

Job description

We are currently seeking a full time Sushi Chef. We are accepting applications for both new and experienced Sushi Chefs looking to make delicious food and be a part of creating a fun and lively atmosphere! We have an excellent training program in place for trainees and a great opportunity for growth and leadership for our experienced chefs

Major responsibilities include:

• Prepare excellent & delicious dishes that are beautifully prepared for lunch and/or dinners
• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager
• Review menus prior to preparation of food
• Assure that all food procedures are followed
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply
• Follow all sanitation guidelines
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of a culinary institute, military school or formal on-the-job training preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience required
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements
• Must have a Food Service Sanitation Certificate