MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise sushi line production, including all cooks (prep and line)

• Set schedule for kitchen staff associated with sushi line, maintain set labor budgets

• Maintain menu knowledge and attention to detail plate presentation

• Maintain a high level of professionalism

• Orders fresh fish and supplies for the sushi line

• Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food and labor costs

• Ensure seafood quality is superior and takes actions to correct any irregularities

• Ensure all products are rotating on a first in first out philosophy

• Responsible for food temperatures

• Develop and train all kitchen personnel assigned to sushi line

• Ensure kitchen and restaurant personnel are informed of menu specials throughout the day

• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly maintained and functioning

• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction

• Ensure the kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the business demand

• Assist sushi team members with production as needed during high volume periods as well as monitoring food flow, presentation and timing

• Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Muckleshoot, local, state, and federal regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen

• Ensure all proper procedures are adhered to

• Instruct sushi team members in the correct usage and care of all machinery in the kitchen operations, stressing safety

• Conduct inventory on a regular basis to ensure proper par levels

• Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation

• Ensure excess items are utilized efficiently

• Prepare a variety of sushi foods

• Prepare rice, measure and execute recipes

• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR POSITION (required / preferred):

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Five (5) years Sushi production required
• Two (2) years kitchen management required
• One (1) year food ordering required
• Must maintain a valid WA State Health Card/Food Handlers permit

SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION:

• Strong knowledge of the various ingredients and presentation of sushi
• Solid knowledge of all seafood product as well as food and be able to skillfully apply culinary techniques
• Ability to use and maintain knives
• Ability to handle each sushi fish and ingredient for sushi preparation
• Working knowledge of weights and measurements
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information and materials
• Strong problem solving skills
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Ability to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges
• Ability to work with others and multi-task
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and verbal form
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor at all times
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local food sanitation regulations
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift forty pounds (40lbs), occasionally higher with assistance
• Manual and finger dexterity to use all kitchen equipment
• Stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to perform repetitious work
• Mobility to bend and stoop frequently
• Mobility to reach overhead to retrieve items

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• May need to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Some essential functions of the job performed within a smoking environment.
• Monitored by surveillance cameras

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