Sushi Chef

Craven Cottage CC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,880 - 267,840; Full time

Job summary

Craven Cottage CC in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to create and refine a rich sushi menu featuring salmon, tuna and other specialties.

You will lead kitchen staff in the head-chef's absence, coordinate with wait staff, and train junior team members in preparation, cooking and plating to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• Culinary Diploma or Sushi qualifications are required or preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience as a Sushi Chef is required.
• Good knowledge of various sushi types and rolling techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and prepare a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish.
• Prepare appetizers, soups and salads aligned with Japanese cuisine philosophy.
• Lead kitchen staff in the head-chef's absence and coordinate with wait staff for special requests and allergies.
• Provide guidance and training to junior staff on line cooking, prep and plating.
• Supervise all food prep and presentation to meet restaurant standards.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Fast pace

Attention to detail

Creative problem-solving

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Matric

Culinary Diploma / Sushi Qualifications

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Creating & preparing a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish (salmon, tuna, unagi)
• Prepare appetizers, soups and salads that are close to the philosophy of Japanese cuisine
• Manage and lead the kitchen staff in head chef's absence
• Coordinate with our wait staff to ensure proper cooking, considering special requests and food allergies
• Provides guidance & training to junior kitchen staff members, including but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation and dish plating
• Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
• Oversee and organizes kitchen stock and ingredients, including proper dating and quality assurance
• Improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
• Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability and training opportunities
• Monitor and maintain hygiene and health and safety principles

Requirements:

• Matric
• Culinary Diploma / Sushi Qualifications
• 2-4 years previous experience in a Sushi Chef role.
• Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques
• Own transport with valid driver's license
• Ability to work both fast and accurately
• Leadership and management skills
• Able to work in a team
• Basic computer skills (word, excel, outlook)
• Exceptional customer-service skills
• Excellent written & oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, public holidays, weekends)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Creative problem-solving skills