Located on the picturesque Tchefuncte River in Madisonville, LA is Tchefuncte's Restaurant. This restaurant boasts classic upscale dining facility with a state-of-the-art open kitchen. We are looking for experienced hospitality minded individuals to join our team! This role provides the unique opportunity to learn from and work with award winning chefs. If you are a self-starter who enjoys working in a professional and fun environment, we would love to talk to you.

Tchefuncte's is searching for an enthusiastic Sushi Chef to join our team. An overview of your responsibilities are listed below. 

Responsibilities:

• Control quality and consistency of all food served.
• Ensure station is set 15 minutes prior to service.
• Ensure all food supplies necessary for service are in appropriate supply on a timely basis.
• Assist in controlling food cost.
• Responsible for all foods flowing to and from assigned station.
• Assist in producing and plating all foods for all restaurant outlets/functions.
• Proper storage for advanced production.
• Filling out daily/nightly prep sheets and prepping to assigned par levels.
• Reporting any maintenance or security problems.
• Proper station set - breakdown and general cleaning.
• Ensure work area is clean and clear of standing water, debris or any objects that can obstruct the job duties from being performed safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Fine dining experience is a preferred.

Qualifications:

• Have at least 3 years’ experience in high volume sushi production and omakase style service.
• Possess a passion for the culinary arts and the hospitality industry.
• Possess basic knowledge of proper food handling, food temperatures, kitchen equipment, tools and small wares.
• Able to follow recipes and adhere to food allergies.
• Have a strong sense of urgency and responsibility for completing work quickly and correctly.
• Possess a coachable and team player demeaner.
• Exhibit clean work habits and ownership of a safe, clean work area.
• Possess the ability to excel in an environment with a repetitive task in a steady or fast, even pace.
• Work within established standards and procedures.
• Be available to work early, mid-day and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.