sushi chef

16 hours ago

NiagaraontheLake, Ontario, Canada Lais Hotel Properties L Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Come join the incredible Kitchen team at Masaki Japanese Sushi, an authentic Japanese Restaurant in the heart of historic and beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine, including sushi, sashimi, and teppanyaki

We are seeking a Sushi Chef to lead our Kitchen Team to success in a high-paced, professional Japanese restaurant. We focus on high-quality ingredients and a genuine product. We need you to help us provide an incredible and exceptional experience for all of our Guests.

This restaurant consists of a full Sushi Bar and Open Concept kitchen, consisting of professional and reliable teammates. The ideal candidate would have minimum four to five (4-5) years experience working in a high-volume, Japanese kitchen and have a keen eye for detail and high service standards. Responsibilities and Qualifications includes, but not limited to:

  • 4-5 years experience working in a Japanese dining facility preparing sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki
  • Experience working in a Management capacity and leading a Team to success
  • Setting up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
  • Administrative duties, such as placing orders (through our ordering system) and scheduling staff
  • Performing various Human Resources functions (assisting with Recruitment & Selection, providing training and coaching, assisting in conducting performance reviews)
  • Cooking and preparing menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen team
  • Answer, report and follow direction of the General Manager of the company
  • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
  • Comply with Company regulations and determined safety standards
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Professional Requirements:
  • Minimum 5-year's progressive experience in a busy high caliber restaurant (Japanese Restaurant experience an asset)
  • Red Seal Certificate
  • Current Safe Food Handler's Certificate
  • Previous up-selling and/or sales experience is considered an asset
  • Personal Attributes:
  • Good leadership skills and ability to motivate team
  • Self-starter and self-motivated
  • Flexible, adaptable, capable of working with minimal supervision
  • Excellent judgement and problem solving skills
  • Focused and capable of working with a multitude of distractions

Questions, quoting the job title and location, may be directed to -

Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

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