Kitchen Cook - Kumori Sushi

Our history is steeped in tradition, respect, and appreciation for the origins, art form, and taste of sushi. Our approach is a fusion of traditional tastes with a contemporary style of presentation, enough to make even Japan a little jealous. We invite you to join our Team of incredible individuals that provide a unique level of cohesion and synergy that makes dinning with us a wonderful and unforgettable experience!

Job Title: Prep and Line Cook

Reports To: General Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: starts at $8.50

Job Description: 

At Kumori our cooks are responsible for providing a pleasurable dining experience for our customers by preparing high quality food; must manage all aspects of food preparation and production in an environment that meets strict sanitation guidelines. Must have the ability to work all team members, to undertake and complete multiple tasks, and maintain a high quality product.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Maintaining all kitchen equipment and annual maintenance.
•  Prepares recipes as directed by supervisor
•  Maintains full knowledge of food items
•  Maintains a safe, clean, sanitized, organized, and stocked work area
•  Prepare food items for customers as requested, including special requests, in a timely and consistent manner
•  Knead, shape, cut, or roll food products by hand
•  Measure or weigh ingredients for food preparation
•  Prepare appetizers, salads, or cold dishes
•  (EXPO) Check plated order before serving to customers
•  Control and minimize waste
•  Comply with outlined safety regulations and procedures
•  Ability to work in a team
•  Very good communication skills

Qualifications:

•  High School diploma or GED required
•  2-3 years food service or restaurant experience (preferred)
•  Strong working knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation process
•  Must be able to obtain Food Handlers permit within two weeks after employment
•  Ability to read, comprehend, and follow recipes

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Grab, push, pull 
• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to work mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.