Sushi Chef

AJ's Fine Foods; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

Tuition reimbursement

Store discount

Scholarships

Retirement plan

Fun work environment

Job summary

AJ's Fine Foods in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Sushi Chef to support the prepared foods team and assist in stocking, production, and merchandising while upholding food safety standards and delivering outstanding customer service.

The role includes daily sushi preparation, inventory management, and cash handling, with opportunities to contribute to menu development and new sushi ideas. Must be 18+ and 21+ for alcohol service, and work in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.
• Strong focus on food safety and sanitation.
• Ability to operate a cash register and handle various forms of tender.

Responsibilities

• Production, ordering and receiving, merchandising, inventory sanitation, and safety within the sushi department.
• Daily preparation work in the department, filleting fish, and preparing sushi for case fills and customer orders.
• Assist with menu planning and development including new trends and recipes for sushi.

Job description

Job Discription:

Position Purpose:

The Sushi Chef will effectively assist in the operation of prepared foods and work with the Sushi Team Lead to achieve sales and customer service goals established for the department. A Sushi Chef has a keen eye for Food Safety and Sanitation and will be able to help in stocking, production, and merchandising while offering unmatched customer service.

Responsibilities:

A Sushi Chef is a responsible, friendly person who can safely work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.

A Sushi Chef’s responsibilities include:

• Responsible for production, ordering and receiving, merchandising, controlling inventory sanitation, and safety within the sushi department.
• Responsible for daily preparation work in the department, filleting fish, and preparing sushi to fill sushi case and customer orders while maintaining AJ’s quality standards.
• Assist with menu planning and development including creativity and experimentation with new trends and menu ideas and recipes for sushi.
• Ensure compliance with heath department and weights and measures requirements.
• Maintain open communication with all members of the meat department.
• Maintain a high degree of cleanliness throughout preparation area.
• Must be able to correctly operate a cash register including proper cash handling and all forms of tender per company policy, e.g., cash, checks, credit cards ATM.
• All other related duties as assigned

Employees may occasionally experience the following physical demands for an extended period:

Standing, Sitting, Lifting + Stocking (Up to 50 lbs.), Pushing, Keyboarding, Telephone Use, Walking, Bending

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for yourself and eligible dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified courses
• Scholarship opportunities for continued education
• Store discount programs (10% off household groceries)
• Fun work environment where you have the opportunity to nourish your community.

Must be 18 years of age. Must be 21 years of age for any position that serves alcohol.

For Internal Transfers/Promotion/Rehire Candidates:

• Your current leader must recommend that you apply for this position and provide an endorsement upon request from HR.
• You may be asked to accept a part-time position if that is the only position available
• Rehires must be approved by an HRBP