Sushi Chef

Lure Fishbar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal/sick days

Employee Dining Discount

Health insurance options with life, 
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AFLAC and 401K

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Lure Fishbar in New York, NY is seeking a skilled sushi chef to join our kitchen team. You will prepare maki, nigiri, and sashimi, maintain safety standards, and work with the Sushi Chef and Executive Chef to deliver high-quality dishes.

We value efficiency in a high-volume environment, strong teamwork, and reliable availability including weekends and evenings. Benefits include health insurance options, dining discounts, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Sushi cook or at an Asian restaurant in a high-volume atmosphere.
• Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques.
• Food Handler's card is a plus (DOH).
• Understand basic English (verbal and non-verbal).
• Compute basic arithmetic.
• Provide legible communication.
• Comprehend and follow recipes.
• Availability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri, and sashimi.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge all guests.
• Maintain positive co-worker and guest relations at all times.
• Follow prep work as specified by the Sushi Chef & Executive Chef.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Food safety

English basics

Arithmetic

Recipe following

Teamwork

Job description

Lure Fishbar is looking for a sushi Chef to work at our restaurant.

JOB SUMMARY

• Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri, and sashimi
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment only as intended
• Anticipate guests' needs, respond promptly, and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day
• Maintain positive co-worker and guest relations at all times
• Maintain and strictly abide by State sanitation/Health regulations and company standards
• Follow prep work as specified by the Sushi Chef & Executive Chef
• Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
• Perform job functions under variable working conditions (for example heat or cold)
• Prioritize and organize
• Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment
• Follow directions thoroughly
• Understand guest's service needs
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
• Work with minimal supervision
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and recipes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Sushi cook or at an Asian restaurant in a high-volume atmosphere
• Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques
• Food Handler's card DOH is a plus
• Understand basic English, both verbal and non-verbal
• Compute basic arithmetic
• Provide legible communication
• Comprehend and follow recipes
• Availability to work during business hours, including weekends and evenings

BENEFITS

• Personal/sick days.
• Employee Dining Discount.
• Individual and family Health insurance options with life, dental, and vision.
• AFLAC and 401K
• Commuter Benefits
  

Mercer Street Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Mercer Street Hospitality is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Mercer Street Hospitality are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, family or parental status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Mercer Street Hospitality will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.