Sushi Cook

About the role

At Delano Miami Beach, a luxury hotel with 171 rooms and food and beverage concepts, the Sushi Cook works under the general guidance of the Chef de Cuisine. The role covers the preparation, execution and presentation of high-quality sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes in a refined, high-volume setting, overseeing the sushi station for product quality, food safety and brand-standard consistency.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri rolls and specialty items consistently and precisely
• Maintain mise en place and keep the station ready for service
• Follow standardized recipes and presentation guidelines
• Monitor product freshness, quality and storage, and label, rotate and control temperatures
• Execute orders on time and own the sushi station during service
• Coordinate with the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine on daily features and specials
• Support and train line cooks when assigned, and communicate with front of house on timing and special requests
• Adhere to health department regulations, keep the work area clean, and take part in inventory counts, waste control and seafood receiving
• Support cost control through waste minimization and portion control
• Perform related tasks as needed to support guest service, and stay calm and alert in emergencies

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of experience as a Sushi Cook or Chef de Partie in a high-end restaurant
• Leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and energize a diverse culinary team
• Excellent organization, ability to work under time pressure and attention to detail
• English reading, writing and speaking; neat, clean and well-groomed appearance
• Able to stand or walk an eight-hour shift and handle stressful situations

Required skills

• Strong knife skills and technical sushi knowledge
• Intermediate to proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook (preferred)
• Use of computer and point-of-sale systems