Sushi Chef | Blue Sushi Sake Grill | Austin

flagshiprestaurantgroup; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Restaurant Group is seeking a Sushi Chef for a full-time PM shift in Austin, TX. Monday and Tuesday availability is required, with strong knife skills and a willingness to learn as part of our thorough training program.

Experience in sushi or related kitchen roles is preferred but not mandatory; we emphasize precise prep, safety, and guest satisfaction in a high-volume setting with tips included.

Qualifications

• Strong knife skills, clean work habits, and the ability to follow recipes, prep guides, and presentation standards accurately.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work well with kitchen and service team members.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently while staying organized during prep and service.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining food quality, consistency, and sanitation standards.
• Positive attitude, team-first mindset, and willingness to jump in where needed to support the overall guest experience.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, rolls, and other menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and restaurant specifications.
• Ensure the quality, freshness, proper storage, and safe handling of ingredients, including seafood, rice, produce, sauces, and garnishes.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of the sushi bar and kitchen area throughout prep and service.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, allergy awareness, cross-contact prevention, and raw seafood handling standards at all times.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service team members to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient service.
• Assist with daily prep, station setup, restocking, breakdown, and end-of-shift cleaning duties.
• Assist in inventory management by communicating product levels, quality concerns, and ordering needs to leadership.
• Provide excellent customer service and interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner.

Skills

Knife skills

Communication

Follow instructions

Team player

Flexible hours

Job description

$18 - $20 + tips

Full-time PM availability preferred, with Monday and Tuesday availability required

Previous experience working as a Sushi Chef or in a similar kitchen role preferred, but not required. We have a thorough training program to prepare individuals with strong knife skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn for success in the role.

Requirements:

• Strong knife skills, clean work habits, and the ability to follow recipes, prep guides, and presentation standards accurately.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work well with kitchen and service team members.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently while staying organized during prep and service.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining food quality, consistency, and sanitation standards.
• Positive attitude, team-first mindset, and willingness to jump in where needed to support the overall guest experience.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, rolls, and other menu items according to recipes, presentation standards, and restaurant specifications.
• Ensure the quality, freshness, proper storage, and safe handling of ingredients, including seafood, rice, produce, sauces, and garnishes.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of the sushi bar and kitchen area throughout prep and service.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation, allergy awareness, cross-contact prevention, and raw seafood handling standards at all times.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service team members to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient service.
• Assist with daily prep, station setup, restocking, breakdown, and end-of-shift cleaning duties.
• Assist in inventory management by communicating product levels, quality concerns, and ordering needs to leadership.
• Provide excellent customer service and interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner.

Why join Flagship Restaurant Group?

• Flagship Restaurant Group is an ever-evolving company empowering our people to follow their passion in the hospitality industry
• Our modern restaurants are sophisticated and innovative with great earning potential, and each offer a unique culinary experience
• We provide a comprehensive training program in a fun, exciting environment where you’ll thrive
• Delicious dining discounts you can share with friends and family at all our locations
• Our full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our comprehensive benefits package that includes dental, vision, and life insurance
• We create excitement around our team member’s milestones and achievements

At Flagship, we create experiences that leave an impact. This stays true to our employees just as much as our guests. Removing barriers of language, race, sexual orientations, and culture, our team and guests have our promise of being a restaurant group that embraces the concept where everyone belongs. We are committed to empowering growth, instilling hospitality knowledge, and building a career path in an environment of respectful inclusion.

Flagship Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Learn more about us! flagshiprestaurantgroup.com