Sushi Cook - Katsuya Brentwood

Los Angeles, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $23.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

Career development opportunities

Work Life Balance

Job Description

Sbe is a global leader in lifestyle hospitality, renowned for conceptualizing and developing innovative hospitality and nightlife concepts that invite guests to indulge in extraordinary experiences. As a pioneering icon in lifestyle hospitality, sbe has established itself as an international brand, operating a diverse portfolio of culinary brands, award-winning restaurants, lounges, and nightclubs. The company is distinguished by its continuous commitment to innovation, luxury, and exceptional service, setting new standards within the hospitality industry. With a presence that spans across multiple continents, sbe redefines hospitality through creativity and collaboration, delivering experiences that exceed the highest expectations. Their dynamic approach to hospitality incorporates the cultivation of unique environments where guests can connect, celebrate, and enjoy unparalleled culinary and entertainment offerings.

Within sbe's impressive portfolio is Katsuya, a flagship dining destination that offers a feast for the senses. Katsuya excels in melding Japanese culinary traditions with California-style influences, creating an innovative sushi cuisine that has transformed the dining landscape. Under the guidance of Chef Uechi, Katsuya features specialty cocktails, unique sushi rolls, and exquisite sashimi platters that exemplify masterful technique and refined flavors. This groundbreaking approach has not only reshaped contemporary Japanese dining but also ignited sushi trends across the industry.

The Sushi Cook role at sbe’s Katsuya restaurant is integral to delivering these extraordinary dining experiences. The position involves expertly preparing ingredients and assembling dishes following precise recipes and presentation standards while maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness. This role demands efficiency, organization, punctuality, and attentive communication within a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen environment. The Sushi Cook is responsible for inspecting ingredient quality, carefully preparing various sushi dishes to meet established guidelines, and upholding food safety standards to ensure guest satisfaction and safety. Effective teamwork and coordination with kitchen staff and wait staff are vital for accommodating special requests and managing food allergies. This role offers an opportunity to work in a vibrant setting characterized by culinary innovation and excellence, ideal for dedicated culinary professionals who thrive in meticulous and demanding environments. The employment type is typically full-time, and while salary details are variable depending on experience and location, sbe offers competitive industry compensation and growth opportunities for its culinary team members.

Job Requirements

Minimum of two years relevant experience in high-end, service-focused environment
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to stand or walk an eight-hour shift
Must be able to twist, tow, reach, bend, climb and carry objects as necessary
Must be able to lift and carry 25-50 pounds
Must be able to work inside and outside at all times of the year as needed
Must be able to provide documentation proving authorization to work in the United States
ANSI approved Food Handler Card
Responsible Beverage Service certificate recognized by the ABC

Job Qualifications

Prefer a minimum of two years experience in a contemporary dining restaurant
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Excellent knife skills in fish filleting and sushi preparation
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to work efficiently in a team environment
Good communication skills
Basic knowledge of Japanese and California-style cuisine
Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail

Job Duties

Expertly cutting, slicing, and filleting different types of fish
Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes and informing the Executive Chef when quality is sub-standard
Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety
Maintaining a clean work environment in order to prevent food contamination
Regularly taking inventory of food supplies and other products
Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty
Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use
Communicating with wait staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met
Must be a highly organized individual with the ability to handle numerous tasks at a time
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
Maintains a sense of urgency attitude for the completion of responsibilities/tasks