Job Description
AT INDIGO ROAD...
Our goal is to be the best job you'll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it's what we truly aim for. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart. Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.
You are a talented, passionate and creative Sushi Chef with the fire inside to delicately slice up any fish that swims your way. Every ounce of love goes into each piece of nigiri you prepare, ultimately creating a party for taste buds.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Accurately and efficiently prepare the highest quality of sushi for our guests; compiling consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
Provide training and guidance to other members regarding sushi culinary cooking procedures and plating
Prepare and present all food items, hot and cold per sushi outlet standards and norms
Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products serves
Assist in the preparation all banquet event orders
Adhere to all DHEC regulations for cleanliness and sanitation
Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saut burners, convection oven flat top range and refrigeration equipment
Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sauting or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or maintaining
Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
Handles, stores and rotates all products properly
Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: A minimum 2 years' experience in kitchen preparation and line cook experience
Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
Basic food cost knowledge
Understanding and knowledge of kitchen safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions.
Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and restaurant employees
Ability to model and act in accordance with The Indigo Road guiding principle
Physical Requirements: Constant standing/walking
Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat and water
Occasional stooping, kneeling or crawling
Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs.
Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps
Frequent, continual, intermittent flexing or rotation of the wrist(s) and spine
Constant reaching, turning, and performing precision work around the kitchen area
Constant receiving detailed information through oral communication
Constant talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
Disclaimer: The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all of the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at Indigo Road, employment is "at will" or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. That's means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.
Indigo Road is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local laws, including but not limited to race, color, sex, ancestry, age, national origin, religion, mental or physical disability, marital status, family responsibility, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, personal appearances, tobacco use, matriculation or political affiliation, genetic information or any protected veteran status. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. The Indigo Road Hospitality Group
Job Tags
Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,