The main job of a Sushi Chef is to develop and prepare dishes that are visually appealing and pleasing to the palate to delight customers at restaurants and other venues. To achieve this, they may complete the

• Creative thinking skills to devise unique dishes

• Extensive knowledge of traditional Japanese cuisine

• Ability to remain upright for the majority of working hours

• Knifework and plating skills to prepare aesthetically pleasing meals

• Strong verbal communication skills to give directions to assistants and interact positively with the rest of the team

• Teamwork skills to collaborate with kitchen helpers, waitstaff and other coworkers

• Time management skills to ensure that prep work is complete before the start of service and orders are executed promptly

  Their duties and responsibilities include:

  • Inspecting and preparing all ingredients, including fish, vegetables, and rice
  • Creating traditional Japanese sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri
  • Assuring sushi is prepared, cooked, garnished, and presented in accordance with Japanese traditions
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the sushi preparation area
  • Adhering to all relevant health department rules/regulations and ensuring high standards of food hygiene
  • Designing and presenting new sushi dishes and updating menu offerings
  • Handling knives and other kitchen tools properly and safely
  • Training and overseeing other staff members, ensuring they adhere to sushi preparation standards
  • Interacting with customers, answering their queries and taking orders
  • Monitoring inventory, ordering supplies and ingredients as needed