Sushi Bar Helper

Job summary

Prepare and present high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes according to company standards. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the sushi bar while adhering to food safety and hygiene protocols.

Job details

ABOUT AUGUST 8 August 8 Restaurant is a leading Asian cuisine dining destination in Southern Ontario, known for our fusion of authentic Japanese, Chinese, and modern Asian flavors. We pride ourselves on high-quality food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking for motivated and skilled Sushi Bar staff to join our team from September. This role involves preparing high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes, maintaining excellent food presentation standards, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations at the sushi bar. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Prepare and present sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes according to August 8’s standards. * Ensure freshness, quality, and consistency of ingredients. * Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sushi bar area, adhering to food safety and hygiene standards. * Follow company SOPs (standard operating procedures) for portion control, waste management, and presentation. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS * Previous experience as a Sushi Chef, Sushi Cook, or relevant culinary position preferred (training may be provided for entry-level). * Knowledge of Japanese cuisine and sushi preparation techniques. * Strong knife skills and attention to detail. * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude. * Team player with good communication skills. * Candidates with Nepali language skills are especially encouraged to apply, as this aligns with our current staffing needs and internal communication practices. WHAT WE OFFER * Free meals * Competitive wages based on experience. * Opportunities for growth into supervisory or management roles. * Supportive and inclusive work environment.

What you’ll do

Prepare and present high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes according to company standards. Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the sushi bar while adhering to food safety and hygiene protocols.

Requirements

Previous experience as a sushi chef or cook is preferred, though training may be provided for entry-level candidates. Strong knife skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required.

Benefits

• Free meals • Competitive wages • Opportunities for growth

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• preparation · Preferred
• Good communication · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred
• positive · Preferred
• hygiène · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Sushi Preparation
• Sashimi Preparation
• Knife Skills
• Food Presentation
• Food Safety
• Hygiene Standards
• Portion Control
• Waste Management
• Communication Skills
• Nepali Language

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Trades