Sushi Line Cook - Santa Monica, United States - Jonathan Club

Description

As a Sushi Line Cook Beach Club, you would be working on preparation and execution of a la carte sushi orders as well as occasional catered events and member events.

He / She is responsible for creating an exceptional culinary experience for the Members through preparation, cooking, executing and food presentation.

The candidate must be willing to take ownership on all matters sushi related and he/she must understand and adhere all sanitation regulations and requirements and also responsible for the correct handling and preparation of all food items and equipment who possess a current food handler certificate.

This position will also assist the Beach Culinary Department led by Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine to plan and prepare quality and beverage department.

• Provide the highest and most efficient level of hospitality service to our members.
• Works in the designated sushi station as set by Sushi Chef and Head Chef
• Able to organize the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders.
• Able to prepare and deliver the execution of the food dishes within recommended time frames to meet Members expectations.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment to include but not limited to rice cooker, tempura fryer pan, ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Able to produce quality product in a timely and efficient manner for the membership or team members.
• Responsible to maintain cleanliness, sanitation at the assigned work area.
• Responsible for preparing and cooking food items by the recipe and to specification.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including butchering, portioning, chopping, and storing food.
• Prepare all menu items by strictly following recipes and yield guide.
• Cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards and food preparation checklist and breakdowns.
• Wash and put away fresh produces and also prepare them accordingly to the recipe and recommended procedures by the proper portion of ingredients.
• Set-up the sushi station with the designated mise en place with appropriate portions.
• 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 that all products are stored properly in the correct location at the appropriate levels at all times.
• Communicate any assistance needed during busy periods and report any incidents to the Sushi Chef, Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef and/or Chef de Cuisine to ensure optimum service to guests.
• Serve food in proper portions on to correct serving vessels and plates.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen area, workstations, tables, tools, knives and other equipment.
• Maintain correct portion size and quality of the food to the Club's standards.
• Minimize waste and maintain controls to attain forecasted food cost.
• Review status of work and follow-up actions required with Sushi Chef before leaving.
• Assists in providing on the job training & development of new cooks in the correct manner with the given directions.
• Assists other Team Members in the kitchen when needed or perform any other tasks assigned by the property management.

• Excellent attitude to the job, coworkers and members with the willingness to learn new things regardless of the previous job experiences.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with speed and quality.
• Great personal hygiene and grooming standards.
• Should be able to communicate, read and write clearly and effectively.

Founded in 1895, the Club's diverse member base enjoys fine dining, athletics and wellness facilities, spa services, social events and award shows.

For over a century, Jonathan Club has long reflected the warm and inviting character of southern California, making it an exceptional place its members could truly call a home away from home.

With two locations - one in downtown Los Angeles and one on the Santa Monica beach - Jonathan Club offers its members the very best of southern California, and so much more.