Sushi Chef

Manzo Itamae Japanese Restaurant based in 120-9020 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC V6X 3V9 is looking suitable applicants for the position of Sushi Chef who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. Manzo Itamae is known for its sashimi, sushi, and signature noodle and rice bowls. It serves a diverse menu as well as premium sake imported from Japan. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Part time leading to full time job. The shift timings include Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Flexible Hours and still to be determined.

Employer Name: Manzo Itamae Japanese Restaurant
Position: Sushi Chef
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $20.00 to $24.00 hourly for 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Part time leading to full time
Location: 120-9020 Capstan Way, Richmond, BC V6X 3V9

Cuisine Specialties: Japanese cuisine, Sushi preparation techniques

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
The candidate should also know other languages including Cantonese and Mandarin.
The candidate should have minimum qualification of Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
The ideal candidate should have a minimum 3 to 5 years of working experience in similar industry.
The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
The candidate should have good decision making skills.
The candidate should have sound knowledge of cooking methods and techniques
The candidate should have good understanding of food hygiene.
The candidate should have proven food preparation and food handling experience.
The candidate must have the ability to follow standardized recipes.
The candidate should have excellent organized and flexible in nature.
The candidate should be punctual.
The candidate should be accountable.
The candidate should be authentic.
The candidate should be dependable.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should have excellent organizational and time management skills.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
The candidate should have the ability to adapt to changing schedules.
The candidate should have excellent customer service skills.
The candidate should have excellent oral communication
The candidate must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
The candidate must be able to use their own initiative
The candidate should be Customer-oriented and friendly.
The candidate must pass criminal background check and drug test
The candidate should have the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.
The candidate should have very good physical condition and endurance
The candidate must be able to supervise cook and other kitchen staff.
The candidate should be a perfectionist when it comes to sanitation and quality control.
The candidate should have excellent leadership abilities.
The candidate must be able to remain calm while performing a variety of tasks.
The candidate should have a strong desire to delight people through food.
The candidate should be able to work independently.
The candidate will be in charge of creating a diverse sushi menu featuring a variety of key ingredients and raw fish (for example, salmon, tuna, unagi)
The candidate will be responsible for preparing various types of sushi dishes in accordance with established quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety guidelines.
The candidate must be able to make sushi rice with precise consistency and form.
When appropriate, the candidate will be responsible for enhancing the flavours of sushi rolls with ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi, and soy sauce.
The candidate will be expected to follow sanitation guidelines in all cooking areas and clean up after themselves at the end of the shift.
The candidate must be skilled at cutting, slicing, and filleting various types of fish.
The candidate will be responsible for inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used in the preparation of sushi dishes and informing the Executive Chef when quality is subpar.
The candidate must plan menus, determine food portion sizes, estimate food requirements and costs, and monitor and order supplies.
The candidate must estimate food requirements as well as food and labour costs.
The candidate would be in charge of researching each recipe and gathering all necessary ingredients.
The candidate will be required to cook food in a timely manner
The candidate would be in charge of ensuring an appealing plate presentation.
The candidate would be in charge of informing wait staff about daily specials.
The candidate would be in charge of delegating tasks to kitchen staff.
The candidate would be in charge of supervising cooks and assisting as needed.
The candidate would be in charge of keeping inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment.
The candidate would be in charge of ensuring the highest quality of food and beverage for guests by ensuring the consistency, taste, and presentation of all dishes.
The candidate will be required to slightly modify recipes to meet the needs and requests of customers (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
The candidate must ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and food storage procedures are followed.
The candidate should follow all food health and safety requirements.
The candidate will be required to assure that meals are fresh and hot at serving time.
The candidate will be required to check food and ingredients for freshness.
The candidate would be responsible for monitoring food stock and place orders, as needed.
The candidate will be required to prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances
The candidate would be in charge of dish arrangement and garnishing.
The candidate would be in charge of experimenting with recipes and suggesting new ingredients.
The candidate will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations.
The candidate will be expected to train staff in food preparation, cooking, and handling.
The candidate would be in charge of receiving feedback and making necessary improvements.

Work Setting

The candidate will be required to work in Restaurant

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
The candidate must be physically able to engage in repetitive hand movements to operate cooking tools such as knives
The candidate should be willing to work in standing position for long hours.
The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in bending, crouching and kneeling positions.
The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

In person

120-9020 Capstan Way
Richmond, BC
V6X 3V9 Between 04:00 PM and 05:00 PM