Lead Sushi Chef

Food City is a privately held, family-owned supermarket chain that prides itself on delivering exceptional customer service and quality products to the communities it serves. With a commitment to being the best store in town, Food City encourages its employees to engage with local civic organizations, fostering a strong community presence. The company values its associates as its greatest asset, exemplified through an employee stock ownership plan where over 13% of the company is owned by its staff. This ownership structure helps promote a sense of pride and accountability throughout the organization. Whether associates are passionate about baking, accounting, trucking, or any other facet of operations, Food City offers promising career opportunities complemented by flexible scheduling to help employees balance work and personal life.

The sushi chef role at Food City is integral to the in-store fresh sushi program, responsible for producing high-quality sushi products while engaging directly with customers. This position involves preparing various types of sushi, including finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce, ensuring all items meet safety and quality standards. The sushi chef not only prepares and assembles sushi menus but also interacts with customers through regular sampling sessions, marketing the program and answering any questions customers might have. Due to the open production area, maintaining cleanliness and organization is paramount. The role also involves training and assisting other associates, maintaining accurate food safety records, and complying with all food safety regulations and company policies. This is a customer-facing position that requires an outgoing and friendly demeanor, excellent communication skills, and a strong knowledge of the sushi menu and ingredients. The sushi chef collaborates with the Meat Department Manager and other team members to meet inventory demands and optimize customer satisfaction. This full-time position offers a structured career path within a reputable community-focused company with competitive benefits including health, dental, life, and disability insurances, as well as paid holidays and vacations, a 401(k) with company match, and more. If you have a passion for sushi and customer service, this role provides a unique opportunity to develop culinary skills in a supportive retail environment that values its associates and community engagement.