Sushi Chef
Emish Market , located in Fife, WA , is a Ukrainian grocery store offering a wide selection of imported goods from Ukraine and other European countries. Alongside our full-service café, bakery, and meat department, we're expanding our fresh food offerings with a new Sushi Section , providing made-in-store sushi sets for both in-store and to-go customers.
We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sushi Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate is passionate about food preparation, takes pride in quality and presentation, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Work Schedule : Thursday - Saturday, 3 : 30 PM - 12 : 30 AM (with 30-minute lunch break)
Pay Range : $18-$22 / hour depending on experience + tips. Our cooks are making up to $26 / h.
Benefits :
- 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
- $2 extra per hour worked on Sundays
- 1 week paid vacation after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years
Responsibilities :
Prepare and roll sushi items according to store recipes and quality standardsPortion, assemble, and package sushi sets for in-store display and to-go ordersEnsure proper handling, storage, and labeling of all ingredients and productsMaintain a clean, sanitary, and organized food preparation areaMonitor inventory of sushi ingredients and notify management when supplies need restockingWork collaboratively with other kitchen and store staff to ensure smooth operationsFollow all food safety and health regulationsRequired Qualifications :
Minimum 1 year of experience in sushi preparationKnowledge of basic sushi rolling techniques and food safety standardsAttention to detail and commitment to high-quality presentationAbility to work efficiently during busy hours and maintain consistencyStrong teamwork and communication skillsFriendly, professional attitude with a focus on customer satisfactionPreferred Qualifications :
Experience working in grocery store or retail food settingsFamiliarity with Japanese cuisine or sushi menu development