Sushi Chef

Position Title: Sushi Chef

Kobe Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse is seeking exceptional candidates to join our service team. We are searching for friendly, energetic, highly motivated individuals who will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented restaurant environment.

As a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for preparing a variety of sushi dishes, while maintaining strict standards of hygiene, food safety, and quality, and ensuring guest satisfaction through your dynamic and courteous service.

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Routine cleaning, setup, and breakdown of the sushi bar and sushi area
• Preparation of sushi ingredients according to recipes and quality standards
• Interacting with guests at the sushi bar to take special requests and customize orders, and accommodating dietary needs and preferences
• Delivering sushi orders to guests at the bar and sushi bar area
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organization of the workstation, tools, and equipment
• Assist with inventory management and request necessary supplies while minimizing waste
• Working effectively with the other kitchen staff and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service and clear communication

Skills and Qualifications:

• Demonstrate integrity, respect, hard work, teamwork, and a positive attitude values
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate efficiently as a team
• Experience with Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi-making techniques are a plus
• Strong knife skills and presenting dishes to a high standard
• Professional and courteous communication skills
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and have continued use of hands, fingers and arms
• Ability to continuously bend, reach, twist and carry; and lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Availability during the evenings, weekends and holidays preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ensure compliance with food handling regulations and company standards

Kobe Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse has been a cornerstone of the Orlando and Tampa dining communities since 1984. As a local staple with 13 locations across Central and West Coast Florida, we are renowned for our teppanyaki dining experience, where skilled chefs create unforgettable moments by preparing meals right at the table. We also offer traditional dining options, including a full-service bar, sushi, and hibachi dishes crafted in our kitchen. At Kobe, we pride ourselves on creating an upbeat and lively atmosphere that makes every visit a celebration. Join our team and be a part of a dynamic and established brand that has been delighting guests and shaping memorable dining experiences for four decades.

Pay: Starting at $18.00 / hour

Pay:

• Tips
• Other

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Job Type: parttime

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• Holidays
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Other

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site