Sushi Chef

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Location:
770 Broadway New York, NY 10003

Availability Requirement for this role:
Afternoon, Evening (including weekends).

Age Requirement:
Must be 18 years or older

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Range:
$24.50 – $27.50 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

Our mission is to provide incredible service and a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests. As a Sushi Lead Cook, you will lead by example helping your team to fine-tune their culinary skills, grow their careers, and fuel their passion for food. No two days are the same, and an entire store full of fresh, world-class ingredients is your pantry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing kitchen staff, educating and sharing passion for food
• Lead by example, setting the tone for an efficient work pace
• Prioritize tasks in the kitchen to ensure items are prepared on time and efficiently
• Fully understand the sushi station operations and accurately forecast restaurant and guest needs
• Comply with applicable State Restaurant Health Codes and Regulations

Requirements

• 2 or more years’ experience working as a sushi line cook
• Experience with sushi and/or Japanese cuisine in an upscale or fine dining restaurant
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment
• Experience leading a team
• Expert knife skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly proficient with cutting and working with whole fish, including handling sashimi-quality fish
• Familiarity with inventory management and food cost control
• Knowledge and familiarly with contemporary Japanese cooking methods and ingredients