Kendrick Recruitment is currently seeking a Sushi Chef for a new Japanese Restaurant based in the Winelands. You will work alongside the Head Chef to manage food stock and handle a wide range of ingredients, with attention to detail to fulfill quality standards.
To be successful in this role, you should have experience with Japanese cuisine and be available to work during their opening hours. Ultimately, you will help the client establish their reputation as one of the best Japanese restaurants in the area and increase their clientele.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creating a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish (for example, salmon, tuna, unagi)
Preparing all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi
Manage and lead the kitchen staff in chef's absence
Coordinate with our wait staff to ensure proper cooking, considering special requests and food allergies
Prepare appetizers, soups and salads that are close to the philosophy of Japanese cuisine
Provides guidance to junior kitchen staff members, including but not limited, to line cooking, food preparation and dish plating
Oversee and organize kitchen stock and ingredients
Ensures a first-in, first-out food rotation system and verifies all food products are properly dated and organized for quality assurance
Keeps cooking stations stocked, especially before and during prime operation hours
Train and assess staff on the job
Manages food and product ordering by keeping detailed records and minimizes waste, plus works with existing systems to improve waste reduction and manage budgetary concerns
Supervises all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and restaurant standards
Works with head chef to maintain kitchen organization, staff ability and training opportunities
Assists head chef with menu creation
Monitor and maintain hygiene and health and safety principles
Maintain staff and leave rosters
Ensure that all CDPs are familiar with the weekly and daily reservations, events and menu requirements
Ensure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature
REQUIREMENTS:
Matric, Culinary Diploma preferred
Preferably +/- 4 years previous experience in a senior chef role
Work experience as a Sushi Chef or at an Asian restaurant
Good knowledge of various sushi types and sushi-rolling techniques
Own transport with valid driver's license
Ability to work both fast and accurately
Leadership and management skills
Able to work in a team
Basic computer skills (word, excel, outlook)
Exceptional customer-service skills
Excellent written & oral communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, public holidays, weekends)
Ability to work under pressure
Creative problem-solving skills
To apply please send your CV, references and profile photo today.
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