Bakery Department, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Detail Oriented, Food Safety, Grocery Stores, Japanese Language, Meat Department, Menu Development, Organizational Skills, Quality Metrics, Retail, Team Player
Emish Market, located in Fife, WA, is a Ukrainian grocery store offering a wide selection of imported goods from Ukraine and other European countries. Alongside our full-service café, bakery, and meat department, we're expanding our fresh food offerings with a Sushi Section, providing made-in-store sushi sets for both in-store and to-go customers.
We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sushi Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate is passionate about food preparation, takes pride in quality and presentation, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Work Schedule: Friday - Monday, 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM (with 30-minute lunch break)
Pay Range: $20-$22/hour depending on experience + tips. Our cooks are making up to $26/h.
Benefits:
- 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked
- $2 extra per hour worked on Sundays
- 1 week paid vacation after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and roll sushi items according to store recipes and quality standards
- Portion, assemble, and package sushi sets for in-store display and to-go orders
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and labeling of all ingredients and products
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized food preparation area
- Monitor inventory of sushi ingredients and notify management when supplies need restocking
- Work collaboratively with other kitchen and store staff to ensure smooth operations
- Follow all food safety and health regulations
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in sushi preparation
- Knowledge of basic sushi rolling techniques and food safety standards
- Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality presentation
- Ability to work efficiently during busy hours and maintain consistency
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Friendly, professional attitude with a focus on customer satisfaction
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a grocery store or retail food setting
- Familiarity with Japanese cuisine or sushi menu development