Kitchen Chef for Sushi Maki Coconut Grove
Reports to: General Manager
About Us: Sushi Maki, South Florida’s award-winning leader in Japanese cuisine, is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Chef to join our team. With a commitment to freshness, quality, and innovation, we offer a modern, environmentally conscious sushi experience across South Miami, Coral Gables, Kendall, Dadeland, and more. Be part of a team that’s passionate about delicious food, sustainability, and outstanding customer service!
- What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: $16.00, plus performance bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Complimentary team meal during scheduled shifts
- Employee dining discounts
- Employee referral incentives
- Training and career growth opportunities
- A supportive and team-focused work environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of ingredients, such as washing, chopping, and portioning food items, following established recipes and guidelines.
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to the restaurant’s recipes and standards.
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion sizes to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction.
- Manage inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and handle food storage in accordance with safety regulations.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Knowledge of proper storage methods for raw fish and seafood to maintain freshness and quality.
- Familiarity with Asian vegetables, herbs, and specialty sauces used in hot dishes preparation.
- Adherence to food safety protocols, especially regarding raw seafood.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure, especially during busy service times.
- Manage kitchen operations, ensuring smooth, efficient daily operations.
Lead by example - guide and inspire your team to uphold our core values:
- Lead Through Service: Show integrity in every interaction
- Be Open and Honest: Foster a culture of transparency
- Pursue Improvement: Continuously seek to elevate skills and standards
- Celebrate the Good: Recognize achievements and promote positivity
Qualifications:
- Experience: No prior experience required, but must have knowledge of food and basic cooking concepts, particularly related to hot food preparation and Asian cuisine.
- Commute: Must be available to commute to Dadeland
Connect with Sushi Maki: Be part of a forward-thinking company with a passion for sustainable seafood and culinary excellence! Learn more about our commitment on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @gosushimaki.
Join a brand with a mission to make every dining experience extraordinary. We can’t wait to meet you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Work Location: In person
