Naisho Omakase Costa Mesa is accepting applications for Sushi Chefs. In this role, you will serve as a vital member of our team, enriching the culinary and service experience for our guests.
What you'll do in this role:
- Acquaint yourself with our menu, current specials, and Japanese-style techniques.
- Learn and perfect your sushi techniques under the guidance of our skilled Chef teams.
- Understand proper handling and waste reduction of the product
- Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and cultivate an amazing experience for yourself and the guests
- Collaborate with our teams to create dishes that will be showcased on our specials page and core menu!
What we're looking for in a Sushi Chef candidate:
- Passion for food and beverage
- Teamwork, humility, and collaboration
- Positive attitude, solution-oriented
- Self-motivated and self-aware
- Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Takes initiative and has a sense of urgency
- Communication skills and emotional intelligence
- Embraces feedback and wants to improve constantly
- Commitment to continuous learning and sharing
- Good sense of humor
Basic Qualifications
- Must be able to communicate with guests and other employees effectively
- 1-3+ years of culinary experience (If you have high potential but less experience, we still want to meet you!)
- Detect and identify safety issues, and comply with safety guidelines and standards
- Lift and carry trays, dishes, equipment, and goods up to 50 lbs, stock inventory, and perform restocking duties
- Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Bend, stoop, and reach to access various areas and items
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Ability to work in a variety of temperatures, both hot and cold
- Lift, push, or pull objects such as tables and chairs to reconfigure seating arrangements
- Ability to use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, such as ovens, grills, and knives
- Maintain a neat and organized workspace, including proper storage of supplies and cleaning of surfaces
- Move quickly and efficiently to respond to customer needs
- Ability to work in close proximity to coworkers in a crowded kitchen or serving area
- Tolerate exposure to potential allergens and food odors
- Maintain a professional and hygienic appearance, including proper uniform and personal grooming
- Understand directives and communicate effectively with Leadership and coworkers
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Experience:
- Sushi: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
