Location: Detroit (Training), Nashville (Restaurant Launch)

Are you a master of the art of sushi creation, with a passion for innovation and excellence? We are seeking a talented and experienced Sushi Chef to join our team. This unique opportunity involves a short term assignment training in Detroit, MI before leading the sushi kitchen and launching our exciting new Zuzu location in Nashville in Fall 2024.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Create a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish (for example, salmon, tuna, unagi)
• Prepare all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi
• Select fresh fruits and vegetables to make high-quality dishes (like avocado, mango and carrots)
• Add additional flavors to sushi rolls with ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi and soy sauce, when appropriate
• Manage food prep activities, like boiling rice
• Prepare exceptional meals according to standard recipes and venue specifications.
• Prepare, arrange, and plate dishes per the current menu.
• Adhere to culinary standards and regulations.
• Function as a supportive team member during their shift.
• Track, record and replenish inventory as needed and in accordance with established par levels.
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures and sequence of service standards.
• Maintain line of sight/atmosphere control by circulating through work area throughout shift.
• Comply with all safety and health procedures as well as company and departmental policies and procedures.

Skills Needed to Succeed:

• Fine Dining experience required
• Experience with crafting Sushi cuisine
• Proven ability to work as a team, stay organized, multi-task, and prioritize
• Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Familiar with industry best practices
• ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Sushi: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How would you rate your knife skills on a scale of 1-10?
• Are you able to relocate to Detroit, MI?

Experience:

• Sushi: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person