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Sushi-San

Chef de Cuisine

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Sushi-san is a renowned restaurant located in Chicago, celebrated for serving some of the best sushi in the city alongside binchotan roasted meats. Utilizing only the freshest ingredients, Sushi-san offers a unique dining experience paired with a nostalgic ambiance filled with classic old-school hip-hop tunes and refreshing ice-cold beer. This combination of high-quality food and vibrant atmosphere makes Sushi-san a staple destination for sushi lovers and food enthusiasts in Chicago's dynamic culinary scene.

Sushi-san operates as part of the Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants group, a culinary-driven company that proudly maintains a commitment to talent development and a Culture of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of chef experience
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and travel
  • Ability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Commitment to upholding company Culture of Caring

Job Qualifications

  • 4+ years of Chef de Cuisine experience in a full-service restaurant
  • Ability to lead and develop teams
  • Skilled in managing BOH systems

Job Duties

  • Lead the opening shift process including food orders, inventory and price updates
  • Receive and store food deliveries
  • Oversee inspections
  • Lead and manage menu changes
  • Lead, direct and ensure effective and efficient BOH operations including food prep and cooking
  • Ensure adequate inventory levels of food and supplies
  • Supervise kitchen employees
  • Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams
  • Foster the Culture of Caring
  • Track and control food cost
  • Purchase and order food product and supplies including daily product orders
  • Partner with General Manager and designated managers/chefs to create prep lists and assign production duties
  • Perform regular line checks to ensure quality of menu items
  • Partner with GM and management to review and maintain recipe books
  • Ensure effective communication between FOH and BOH
  • Interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop BOH employees
  • Model and promote teamwork
  • Handle challenges regarding guests, vendors, and employees tactfully
  • Work various shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and travel
  • Move and lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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