Seasonal Sushi Cook

Sushi Cook Position at The Betsy

The Betsy, located on South Beachs iconic Ocean Drive, is considered one of the country's premier independent boutique hotels. Family owned and operated, it is steps from the beach and in the heart of the most exciting neighborhood in America. Its ownership family works actively with all the members of the extended Betsy team to curate every aspect of the hotel and guest experience, and The Betsys CEOs (Canine Executive Officers), golden retrievers Betsy and Rosa, welcome every guest.

Beyond its 130 elegant guest rooms and suites, the property boasts multiple restaurants by acclaimed Chef Laurent Tourondel as well as a spectacular array of common spaces: the Piano Bar with exceptional live jazz nine times a week, roof decks and terraces with panoramic ocean and skyline views (including a rooftop pool and bar suspended in mid-air), a coffee bar and gallery space home to just some of the hotels permanent and rotating art exhibitions, a library open 24/7, and a beach-facing front terrace with the best outdoor dining setup in greater Miami. The Betsys Writers Room, just one example of the ownership family's commitment to the arts, has hosted over 1,000 writers-in-residence. Above all, The Betsy is a haven for discerning travelers seeking luxury of experience and transcendent service.

Were looking for the best and brightest in every field related to who we are and what we do. If you have a passion for any element of The Betsys DNA whether commitment to excellent service, great food, creative arts, music, or simply an appreciation of The Betsys unique brand of understated, experiential luxury hospitality we want to hear from you.

Summary:

Food and Beverage Sushi Cooks work on the sushi and raw bar stations in a high-volume kitchen environment at The Betsy. Sushi Cooks are responsible for creating exceptional culinary experiences for the guests through preparation, cooking and food presentation.

Responsibilities and Duties Include but Not Limited to the Following:

• Adheres to all sanitation regulations and requirements and is responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment. Checks and ensures the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food.
• Ensures that all products are stored properly in the correct location, always labeled clearly and placed on the correct fridge rack level.
• Provides the highest and most efficient level of culinary hospitality service to The Betsy hotel guests.
• Works at designated stations on the line as set by Sous Chef and, or Executive Chef.
• Sets-up the station with par stocks of menu items, and prepares the dishes designated for that station.
• Checks supplies and prep lists and ensures all items are prepped in a timely fashion.
• Replenishes service lines as needed and restocks and prepares the workstation for the next shift.
• Ensures cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas and efficiently puts away storage and prep items.
• Creates a rich sushi menu with various main ingredients and raw fish.
• Prepares all types of sushi, including maki, nigiri and sashimi. Also prepares other seafood dishes like oysters, stone crabs, prawn and lobster.
• Selects fresh fruits and vegetables to make high-quality dishes (like avocado, mango and carrots)
• Adds additional flavors to sushi rolls with ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi and soy sauce, when appropriate
• Manages food prep activities, like boiling rice.
• Coordinates with our wait staff to ensure proper cooking, considering special requests and food allergies.
• Responsible for preparing and cooking all food items by strictly following the recipe specifications and yield guide. Ensures all cooked items are in accordance to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklist.
• Capable of weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients to correct standard proportions per recipe card.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment.
• Communicates any assistance needed during busy periods and reports any incidents to the Sous Chef to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Washes and disinfects kitchen areas, workstations, tables, tools, knives and other equipment.
• Minimizes waste and maintains controls to attain forecasted Betsy food cost.
• Reviews status of work and follow-up actions required with the Head Cook or Sous Chef before leaving.
• Takes on a leadership role in the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Assists in providing on the job training & development of new cooks.
• Assists other Team Members in the kitchen when needed and performs any other tasks assigned by The Betsy hotel management.
• Performs additional duties as required by management.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 year of prior experience as a sushi cook is required.
• Must have an excellent understanding of sushi and raw bar dishes.
• Must have great personal hygiene and grooming standards.
• Must be able to:
  • Meet Food Handler training and certification requirements;
  • Work in a fast-paced environment with speed and quality;
  • Speak, read, write, and understand English;
  • Follow detailed instruction;
  • Work independently;
  • Work well with others;

The Betsy South Beach is an equal opportunity employer, harassment-free and a drug-free workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.