Lead Sushi Chef

Food City is a privately held, family-owned grocery store company committed to running the best store in town. With deep roots in the communities it serves, Food City prides itself on offering high-quality products and exemplary customer service. The company supports its associates through various benefits such as employee stock ownership plans, flexible scheduling, and encouraging involvement in local civic organizations. Its mission focuses on community engagement and associate satisfaction, making it a reputable and trusted name in the grocery industry. Food City operates numerous stores, including the location at 6710 Malone Creek Drive in Knoxville, TN, contributing to local economies while maintaining a strong emphasis on quality and customer care.

The Sushi Chef position at Food City plays a critical role in the company’s in-store fresh sushi program, designed to deliver high-quality sushi products directly to customers. This position is unique because the sushi is prepared in full view of customers, requiring the chef to maintain an organized, clean workspace while engaging actively with guests. The chef is responsible not only for sushi preparation but also for customer interaction, helping to answer questions, provide samples, and create a welcoming atmosphere.

This role requires a blend of culinary skill, food safety competence, and strong customer service abilities. The sushi chef will prepare finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce, maintain stringent food safety records, and ensure all sushi products meet the highest quality standards. Additionally, the chef will assemble and package sushi and related products, offer custom sushi rolls upon request, and support inventory and supply ordering to keep the sushi program running smoothly. The position demands a proactive approach to training new associates, maintaining compliance with all relevant food safety laws, and actively marketing the sushi program through customer interaction and regular sampling schedules.

Food City values associates who are outgoing and friendly, capable of creating an engaging customer experience while upholding high standards of cleanliness and quality. This role is well suited for individuals passionate about sushi and food preparation who also enjoy interacting with customers and working in a dynamic retail environment. Offering a stable, well-supported work environment with opportunities for growth, Food City provides its sushi chefs with the platform to develop their culinary talents and contribute meaningfully to the success of the in-store fresh sushi program.