Sushi Chef

Chattanooga, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Employee stock ownership plan

Weekly Pay Checks with Direct Deposit

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Medical Plan with wellness benefits

dental plan

Paid holidays

Paid Vacations

Associate Offers

Job Description

Food City is a well-established, privately held, family-owned supermarket chain with a strong focus on community involvement and associate satisfaction. With its headquarters located in Chattanooga, TN, Food City takes pride in delivering the best possible shopping experience to its customers through a combination of quality products, fresh offerings, and outstanding customer service. They have built a reputation for maintaining a welcoming environment in their stores and fostering a close connection with the communities they serve. Over 13 percent of Food City is owned by its employees through an employee stock ownership plan, which encourages a sense of pride and ownership among associates. The company offers a variety of career opportunities across different departments such as baking, accounting, and trucking, offering flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance. This environment makes Food City an attractive place for those seeking a burgeoning career or exploring new pathways.

The Sushi Chef role at Food City is a vital part of the store's fresh sushi program, where the emphasis is on preparing high-quality sushi products in full view of customers. This position is more than just culinary skill; it requires a friendly, outgoing individual who can engage with guests by greeting them warmly and answering their questions about sushi products. The chef will be responsible for preparing finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce, along with assembling a variety of sushi items including custom rolls based on customer requests. Meticulous attention to cleanliness and organization is imperative, as the preparation occurs in front of customers. Maintaining food safety, testing sushi rice, and adhering to stringent food safety standards are core parts of the role. This job also involves marketing the sushi program through sampling and ensuring that sushi ingredients and products meet quality and freshness standards. Additionally, the sushi chef will assist in training other associates, manage inventory orders to avoid shortages, and communicate customer feedback to the department manager. Overall, the position offers a dynamic, customer-facing role that combines culinary expertise, customer service, and compliance with food safety regulations, making it a comprehensive opportunity within Food City’s engaging retail environment.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous experience in sushi preparation or food service is advantageous
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
Strong customer service skills
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a fast-paced environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing for extended periods

Job Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to meet standard physical, mental, and visual demands
Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks and have constant contact/interaction with various levels of individuals on a daily basis
Ability to attend on-site work during scheduled shifts to adhere to company time and attendance policies

Job Duties

Acknowledge, greet, and engage all guests
Prepare various finfish, shellfish, and fresh produce items to be used in the sushi
Prepare, test, and maintain food safety records for sushi rice
Assemble, package, and label various forms of sushi, sides, and spring rolls for sale to the customer
Assemble custom sushi rolls at the request of the customer
Responsible for training and assisting other associates as needed
Complete compliance of all Food City policies and procedures as well as Federal, State and Local government Food Safety Standards
Constantly inspect and maintain the highest standards in product quality
Monitor temperatures and shelf lives of all ingredients and retail packages
Keep workstation and area neat and clean at all times
Complete knowledge of sushi menu and all ingredients
Actively market Food City sushi program following a regular sampling schedule
Assist in ordering all supplies to achieve a minimum inventory, while avoiding out-of-product conditions
Assist with maintaining proper signage
Communicate customer comments and requests to Meat Department Manager
Other duties may be assigned as needed