Sushi Chef

Roch's Fresh Foods; West Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Roch’s Fresh Foods is seeking a Sushi food preparer for their West Greenwich market. This role focuses on preparing creative raw seafood dishes and delivering exceptional customer experiences, blending artistry with technical expertise. Candidates should have culinary experience and a passion for food.

Benefits

Health & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Must have prior prepared food experience.
• Knowledge of Asian cuisine and sushi rolling techniques is required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi dishes including rolls and sashimi following established recipes.
• Ensure quality and freshness of all raw ingredients.
• Engage with guests to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

2 years culinary education or experience

Job description

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Job Summary

Roch’s Fresh Foods is looking for a Sushi food preparer to join the team here at our West Greenwich specialty market.

Job Description

Job Summary

Roch’s Fresh Foods is looking for a Sushi food preparer to join the team here at our West Greenwich specialty market.

Roch’s Fresh Foods has been part of the Rhode Island community since the 1930s. It began as a family business – bringing the freshest fruits and vegetables to retail and food service customers all over southern New England. Today we operate a state-of-the-art HACCP-certified distribution warehouse in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, and Roch’s Fresh Foods Specialty Market in Narragansett and West Greenwich.

About the Position: In the Sushi food preparer role, you will be responsible for preparing and executing raw seafood dishes, focusing on sashimi, salads, sushi rolls, and other creative raw fish presentations. This role blends artistry, precision, and technical expertise to enhance our prepared foods offerings and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

About You: You are passionate about food. You have a strong sense of urgency, great organizational skills, and a positive attitude. You have prior prepared food experience.

Essential Duties

• Prepare sushi dishes, including rolls, sashimi, seaweed salads, and nigiri, following established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure the quality and freshness of all raw ingredients, especially seafood
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain smooth and efficient service operations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in the sushi & raw bar station and kitchen.
• Inspect and maintain sushi bar equipment, reporting any issues to management.
• Follow food safety and sanitation protocols to meet the highest hygiene standards.
• Engage with guests, as this is a guest-facing role, delivering exceptional service and fostering memorable dining experiences.
• Produce sushi rice daily, ensuring proper preparation and quality.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and move 25-50 pounds
• Be collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and having respectful working relationships
• Maintain a Premier Level of Customer Service
• Ensure that all Disposed of Product/Shrink is Properly Logged & Accounted For
• Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Skills.
• Ability to Work Independently & Lead Others to Excel
• Ability to solve problems
• Exceptional Planning & Organizational Skills
  
  

Qualifications

• 2 years culinary education or experience and/or training as a Sushi food preparer in an Asian restaurant or grocery store.
• Must have flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Knowledgeable in Asian and/or Japanese cuisine, as well as sushi types and rolling technique required.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive compensation - Weekly, Commensurate with Experience
• Benefits: Health & Dental, PTO, 401K
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

Shift

• Morning shift
  
  

Work Location: In person

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $20 - $25 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and Restaurants

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