Sushi Cook
The Ritz-Carlton
Salary undisclosed
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.
Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
License or Certification: None
About this role
At The Ritz-Carlton's Saint Louis location, this full-time sushi cook position centers on executing high-standard Japanese cuisine within a luxury hotel kitchen. You'll prepare sushi and cold foods according to precise recipes and presentation standards, manage food storage and temperature controls, and maintain detailed food logs. The role requires close attention to portion accuracy, garnish, and quality consistency—all critical in fine dining where guests expect flawless execution.
Beyond cooking, you'll communicate with the Chef about inventory and specials, keep service staff informed of menu availability, and flag maintenance or safety issues to management. The position also involves some supervisory responsibilities: assisting with hiring, training, scheduling, and coaching kitchen staff. You'll be on your feet for extended periods, regularly reaching, bending, and lifting items up to 25 pounds.
The ideal candidate has at least three years of related cooking experience and ideally a technical or vocational culinary background. This role suits someone who takes pride in precision and consistency, works well within a structured kitchen hierarchy, and is ready to contribute to both food quality and team development at a high-end property.
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