Wakasakura (Irvine)_DSOD Sushi

Essential Duties:

Provide proper customer service as per the company’s expectations, which is defined in .

Fulfill the task list and follow the schedule requirements in a timely and accurate manner all the time.

Prepare a wide variety of sushi dishes, including appetizers, nigiri, sashimi, maki rolls, and specialty rolls, with precision and artistry.

Ensure the highest quality and freshness of ingredients, adhering to strict food safety and hygiene standards.

Demonstrate exceptional knife skills and proper techniques in fish and seafood handling, cutting, and slicing.

Maintain a clean and organized sushi station, including the proper storage and rotation of ingredients.

Work as part of the kitchen team, coordinate and prioritize orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of sushi dishes to customers.

• Collaborate with the management team to optimize inventory levels, control food costs, and maintain profitability.
  Assist with organizing and stocking clean dishes, utensils, and cookware to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
  
Work as part of the kitchen team to ensure a clean and organized work environment, promptly addressing any potential safety hazards.

Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper handling and disposal of waste, and assisting in maintaining kitchen hygiene standards.

• Assist in other areas of the restaurant, when necessary, such as food preparation, plating, or general cleaning duties, to contribute to the overall success of the team.

Qualifications:

• You must be over 18 years old.
• You must be authorized to work for any U.S. employers.
• Certified Food Handler is preferred.
• Food preparation: washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, and dicing ingredients.
• Proficiency in handling and using knives for cutting and prepping food.
• Proven experience working as a line cook or a sushi line in a similar culinary role, demonstrating a solid understanding of cooking techniques, flavor profiles, and food safety practices.
• Knowledge of sushi techniques, family with authentic Japanese cuisine, and traditional sushi ingredients are pluses
• Familiarity with operating and maintaining various kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, salamanders, broilers, fryers, and other essential culinary tools.
• An ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment to meet service demands and maintain a smooth workflow.
• Strong focus on accuracy and precision to ensure consistency and quality in every dish prepared.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively as part of a team, supporting and assisting colleagues as needed.
• Ability to withstand long hours of standing, working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment, and lifting heavy objects (e.g., pots, pans, and food supplies).
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the operation’s schedule.

Summary:

DSOD Associate – Backhouse Sushi Prep is a foundational and essential position within the Restaurant team. The expectation for this position is to prepare and execute a variety, and often the majority of an operation’s dishes, with precision and efficiency. This position is located in the kitchen, where you will work as assigned in various roles, including Sushi, Line Cook, Kitchen Assistant, or Dishwasher, depending on the specific task list. Most of the time, you will focus on one type of work. You may also assist other team members as needed. Culinary expertise, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and work quickly under pressure contribute to the success of this position.

Marukai Corporation, Wakawakura, is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Marukai Corporation, Wakasakura, does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, sex, religion, national origin, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.