Sushi Chef (Longhouse)

ilani, Inc.; Ridgefield (WA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ilani, Inc. in Ridgefield, WA seeks a skilled Sushi Chef to craft and present premier sushi experiences in a high-volume environment. You will lead sections, ensure fish quality on deliveries, and maintain knife readiness while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma, 3 years of sushi prep, strong interpersonal skills, ability to lift 50 lbs and stand 8 hours, plus a valid Food Handler’s card and willingness to work in a smoking environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent required.
• 3 years’ experience prepping and preparing sushi in a high-volume restaurant.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for a collaborative kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for 8 hours.
• Valid Food Handler’s card and willingness to work in a smoking environment.
• Commitment to health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Promotes superior guest service.
• Maintains a positive organizational culture per Spirit and Core Values.
• Check quality of fish and materials upon delivery and before prep.
• Follow leadership orders and lead middle-section operations.
• Assist other sushi chefs by taking guest orders and improving skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sushi prep

Team leadership

Guest service

Knife skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Knives

Food handler card

Job description

## Sushi Chef (Longhouse)Applylocations: ilanitime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 10 Days Agojob requisition id: R-04760**JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES****IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING EMPLOYEE, PLEASE NAVIGATE TO THE INTERNAL JOB POSTING USING THIS LINK:**https://wd5.myworkday.com/cowlitz/d/inst/1$9925/9925$5074.htmld**Pledge for Success:**We are dedicated in hiring outstanding individuals who share in our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.**Position Summary:**Responsible for creating, crafting, and presenting the best Sushi experience for every guest by embracing the passion for food, guests and the experience that our restaurant exemplifies.**Primary Duties and Responsibilities:*** Promotes superior guest service.* Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani.* Responsible for supplying and maintaining your own knives**.*** Be proactive in assisting other sushi chefs by taking orders from guests**.*** Improve your skills as a sushi chef by practicing and/or studying (books, internet, dine out).* Follow orders from your leadership.* Be a leader when working at middle section.* Check the quality of fish and other materials when they are delivered to the restaurant.* Check the quality of fish and other materials before preparing dish.* Be proactive with providing an engaging and professional guest experience.* Other duties as assigned.**Qualifications:*** High School Diploma / GED; Recognized Equivalent of a High School Diploma (RED) or Foreign High School Diploma (FHD).* 3 years’ experience prepping and preparing Sushi in a high-volume restaurant.* Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.* Must be able to lift 50 lbs.* Must be able to stand for 8 hours.* Valid Food Handler’s card.* Must be willing to work in a smoking environment.* Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures.