Job Description
Head Sushi Chef specialize in creating sushi dishes. They make bite-size hand-pressed rolls of vinegared rice topped with seafood or stuffed with fish, vegetables, fruits, eggs, or seaweed. They ensure all ingredients are fresh and observe traditional Japanese sushi-making standards.
Job Duties
The sushi chef role, you will be responsible for preparing different types of sushi such as nigiri and maki rolls. You will also manage the ingredients handling and preparation. It is crucial that you maintain a deep understanding of which ingredients taste well together. Success in this role will be demonstrated by serving specialty sushi dishes to provide a rich and distinct Asian dining experience to attract more customers and increase sales.
Prepares raw fish in an appropriate manner
Slices ingredients into perfect strips
Makes sushi rice with perfect form and consistency
Manages storage of fruits, vegetables, and meat such as crab, eel, salmon, and tuna
Monitors inventory of supplies
Handles restocking of ingredients
Ensures adherence to highest quality food preparation and hygiene standards
Sushi Chef Job Requirements
Minimum 2 years of culinary experience
In-depth knowledge of food safety requirements for restaurants
Able to stand for extended hours
Excellent communication and time-management skills
Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or certification from a culinary school