SUSHI CHEF

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: SUSHI CHEF - LIBERTY, NC  

Salary: $65000 - $80000 

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email View email address on ziprecruiter.com. 

Job Summary

Take your culinary career to the next level with Compass Group - Eurest. We are seeking a talented Sushi Chef to join our dynamic team. Working as a Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for successful sushi production and operation. Duties will include but not be limited to preparation, set-up and breakdown of sushi station, production and ordering. You will also be responsible for the handling, preparing and storage of perishable products. You will be expected to adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure efficient, safe and sanitary food production.

Key Responsibilities:

· Designs, manages and owns the overall experience, not just the offerings

· Exhibits a passion for quality food preparation and taste

· Builds/maintain all menu and production/prep expectations and guides, opening/closing checklist and responsibility guides for department team members.

· Manages all orders and inventory of products dedicated to department use.

· Supports Catering department with Sushi, and culturally appropriate, menu offerings.

· Sets an expectation of hospitality that is friendly and engaging

· Trains and develops team members

· Works with District Chef to ensure all Company employee guidelines are implemented and adhered to

· Promotes a culture of Food and Workplace Safety

· Responsible for accurately completing and logging all required QA checks in the Procurant device in accordance with company food safety standards

· Treats everyone with professionalism, care and respect

· Communicates with the Leadership honestly, accurately and in a timely manner

Preferred Qualifications:

· Minimum of three years related experience in upscale sushi operations

· Previous experience in preparation and production of sushi in high volume operations

· Supervisory, leadership, coaching, training & management skills

· Excellent knife skills

· Self-starter, innovative and ability to multitask

· Maintains a positive attitude and motivates team

· Must be knowledgeable on HACCP controls along with proper storage and use of food

· Knowledge of current industry and food trends

· Computer skills: proficient in Microsoft Office

· Knowledge of safe and sanitary food handling principles

· Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

· Must have valid ServSafe certification or obtain within 30 days of hire

Apply to Eurest today!

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Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.