At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

As a Sushi Chef, this position will be responsible for preparing and filling customer orders and handling food in a safe manner. You will order and receive products; ensure orders are correct; labels, dates and puts product away. Additionally you will ensure a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient customer service to customers and team members.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities:

• Prepares fresh sushi for customers both packaged and made-to-order.
• Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all customer interactions.
• Smiles and greets customers in a friendly manner.
• Makes an effort to learn customers’ names and to address them by name whenever possible.
• Answers the telephone promptly and provides friendly, helpful service to customers.
• Assists customers by escorting them to the products, securing products that are out of reach, or loading/unloading heavy items.
• Works with co-workers as a team and provides training to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Understands and practices proper sanitation procedures.
• Communicates to customers on phone, in person, or on e-mail regarding food and food preparation.
• Aids in the merchandising techniques for sushi foods.
• Attends company wide and industry meetings as assigned.
• Reports to work when scheduled and on time.

Secondary Duties And Responsibilities:

• Plans and performs fresh sushi demonstrations.
• Stays current regarding meal trends and menu planning.

Education And Experience:

• High school or equivalent with Hy-Vee food safety training and Food Safety Certified.
• One to three years of similar or related work.
• Prior experience in meal preparation is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Visual requirements include depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
• Must be able to perform various physical activities including balancing, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Worker Characteristics:

• Ability to do logical or scientific thinking to solve problems.
• Ability to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.

Working Conditions:

This position is continually exposed to raw fish, flour, dust, noise, and temperature extremes. There is occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals/solvents. This is a fast-paced work environment with significant pressure.

Are you ready to smile, apply today.

• Engaged and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for training and development.
• Friendly and courteous customer interactions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food safety training and certification.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in meal preparation.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of sushi preparation and food merchandising.