Sushi Trainer- Oahu and Kauai

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION – Sushi Trainer/Supervisor

Position: Sushi Trainer/Supervisor

Classification: Full time / salaried – exempt

Dept./Division: Seafood / Perishables

Start rate of pay: $62,400/year

Location: Oahu and Kauai

Company Benefits:

• Flexible Hours
• Employee Discount
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Medical/Vision/Dental Package*
• Free Life Insurance*
• Vacation and Sick Leave*
• Voluntary Insurance Plans (Life, Disability, Cancer, Accidental)
• Long Term Disability
• Matching 401K*
• Management Bonuses*
• * For qualifying positions

"The Sushi Trainer/Supervisor is a Sushi Specialist who shares their expertise of preparing quality sushi. This role, with the Sushi Operations Director, oversees the production, storage, and merchandising of sushi products. Is also responsible for training and guiding new and current sushi staff to attain the skill and knowledge needed to meet the sushi production and quality standards of the company.

Will measure sushi standards via visual observation and customer feedback and provide timely feedback and/or incentives to reinforce staff performance."

• Prepares a variety of “Japanese Quality” sushi:
  Nigiri, Maki, Chirashi, Inari; maintains consistent quality standards; in-depth knowledge of sushi preparation techniques and ingredients.
• Prepare “Japanese Quality” sashimi: expertly cut and slice fish into ala carte servings and moriawase platters; expertly cut and fillet fish into Saku blocks.
• Uses knife handling skills and ability to work efficiently under time constraints to slice fish/seafood for nigiri sushi: cuts/slices raw fish to a consistent length and weight.
• Manages production and proper handling of products (Seafood): freshness control, inventory control, ordering; monitor warmer and chill conditions; ensure stock in refrigerators and freezers is fresh and stored under sanitary conditions.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation practices to prevent food contamination.
• Conducts business negotiations to procure raw materials and ingredients from markets/wholesalers.
• Determines appropriate inventory levels for other ingredients and condiments and orders accordingly.
• Disassemble whole fish into retail cuts of sashimi for nigiri production.
• Manage production time: plans quantity of each variety to be produced and ensures orders are completed within the allotted time; ensure product goes out to shelves on a timely basis.
• Trains staff in Sushi production: develops staff skills in preparation, assessing fish, cleaning and filleting, slicing, serving; educates on production process, minimizing loss/waste, and on equipment use and maintenance; monitors and evaluates performance, providing coaching.
• Manages Sales management systems (PLU codes, sale rules, expiration dates): determine labeling; maintain production and dump logs.
• Create and execute production plans to target budgeted sales: set retail prices based on market price, quality and yield; establish portion sizes and price; factor in ingredient cost and labor.
• Plan and schedule labor to meet projected business demand: create and present labor schedule for Store Management’s approval to optimize productivity.

*"Japan Quality" refers to sashimi freshness; knife cutting accuracy; uniformity of slices; glossy look; and texture that is pleasing to the palate.

• Assist with the development of standardized recipes for all menu items.
• Collaborate with team members to efficiently manage the sushi department.
• May assist in operations of new stores where the department cannot meet demand.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food Safety Certified with a good understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Driver’s license; clean driving abstract (required to drive between company locations).
• Knowledge of food cost, margin, shrink, and their impact on profitability.
• Capable of calculating the cost of prepared items and setting appropriate retail prices.
• Proven experience as a Sushi Chef or Sushi Specialist in a professional kitchen or supermarket.
• Extensive knowledge of different sushi types, ingredients, and preparation techniques.

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