Sushi Sous Chef

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, rolls, nigiri, otoshi courses, including cooking rice, and other Japanese dishes to a high standard.
• Ensure freshness, quality, and proper handling of all ingredients.
• Comply with Standards of Service and assist in ensuring the same from all kitchen employees.
• Contribute ideas for specials or menu development.
• Demonstrate advanced culinary technical skills required in food preparation and use of kitchen equipment for a fine-dining restaurant.
• Properly and efficiently cook all food items with high quality, taste, and presentation, including accommodating special guest requests within specified time limits.
• Responsible for final plate presentation including plating and garnishing of cooked items.
• Maintain effective working relationships with food and beverage management, staff, and all departments.
• Follow all company/kitchen safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Present a professional appearance and remain in uniform at all times.
• Strict adherence to health department and food handling guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years previous experience as a Sushi Chef in an Omakase environment.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi techniques.
• 4-5 star background, knowledge, and ability to implement such standards.
• Good communication skills.
• Guest service-oriented with a commitment to quality service.
• Attention to detail and consistency.
• Team-oriented attitude and reliability.
• Problem-solving abilities, self-motivated, and organized.
• Food safety certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual performance evaluations.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-funded $25K in life insurance and $1K/month in long-term disability coverage.
• Optional additional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance.
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources.
• Paid Time Off package plus 7 paid holidays.
• EOS Family Matters Program: 3+ months fully paid parental leave for new parents.
• 401K employer match up to 4% of salary.
• Discounted employee and family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations.
• 50% off food and beverage at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations during travel.
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement.
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles.
• Supportive, open workplace culture with flexible and understanding work-life equality.