What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sushi Chef de Cuisine position at Nova Hospitality?
We are currently seeking a Sushi Chef de Cuisine to join us in creating a true culinary destination. You will collaborate in creating unique memorable dishes while using the best ingredients available. You will be helping to build a place where our teams are happy at work, and we care about one another. You will lead and support a team that takes ownership and cares in creating and delivering a consistently exceptional guest experience.
We offer Medical/Dental/Vision for you and your family/dependents, Parking and Bonus program eligibility!
What to Expect & Leading the Team:
- You are a teacher with a supportive leadership style
- Current with traditional and western influenced culinary & sushi concepts, practices and procedures
- Ability to estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food
- Establishes result oriented objectives for the kitchen as well as personal objectives in regards to professional development
- Ensures the profitability and successful operation of the kitchen
- Controls direct labor costs associated with the kitchen staff-creates weekly schedules, ensuring productivity levels are maximized through the effective utilization of all colleagues and providing hands-on support as required
- Plan and price menus
- Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi
- Will select and develop recipes; execute pre established recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality and establish presentation technique and quality standards
- Supervises, supports and carries out the correct procedure of preparation, presentation and portion control for all raw and cooked foods in accordance with the menu with adequate pars required for efficient service
- Supervises and supports all sushi kitchen areas to ensure a consistent, high quality product is produced- daily line checks and quality control
- Greets, interacts, and communicates with guests on regular basis including taking orders, handling complaints, and educating guests regarding the menu
- Cut and prepare fish :)
- We are not kidding, you must be passionate about food, have an eye for detail and participate as a team collaborator
- You are constantly in motion
- Always smiling, even on the inside
- Adapting to changes and adjustments on the fly
- Gladly taking responsibility and not leaving it to others
Desired Qualifications:
- Has five (3) or more years of experience in a supervisory / leadership role in a sushi kitchen; Head Sushi Chef or Sous Chef preferred
- Must be able to obtain all work cards
- Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various sushi techniques, such as cutting, slicing, rolling, and shaping sushi
- Must have strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and energize a diverse team of culinary professionals
- Must have an exceptional personality and hospitality driven attitude
- Proven Leadership and training skills
- Dedicated and willing to go above and beyond
- Must be able to work in a fast- paced, guest service driven environment
- Supports an environment of team member growth and development
- Clear concise written and verbal communication skills