ABOUT THE COMPANY
Creative Culinary Management Company is a hospitality company based in the heart of the Seaport in New York City. The mission of Creative Culinary Management is to channel our passion for creating an elevated culinary experience, all with a view. Each of our restaurants offers a unique experience, whether you are looking for a family feast on the cobblestones, intimate dinner on the pier, or host a private event on our pier rooftop. Our partners' creative energy, combined with our extensive hospitality knowledge, ensures a notable encounter for each of our guests.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Tin Building by Jean-Georges is a sprawling food emporium located inside one of New York’s most historic landmarks. The Tin Building features multiple unique venues: Several full-service restaurants, fast casual, and counter dining outlets as well as 10,000 sf of retail featuring private label products, grab and go, grocery and more. To support this significant operation the Marketplace features a large commissary kitchen and bakery, as well as an exhibition kitchen that will provide media opportunities.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sushi Cook is responsible for creating visually stunning and delicious Temaki style sushi dishes. Your role involves expertly handling and presenting raw fish, rice, and other ingredients, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, taste, and hygiene.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare a variety of Temaki style sushi dishes, including hand rolls for a Temaki style menu.
- Ensure precise and consistent cutting, slicing, and rolling techniques.
- Maintain a keen eye for the quality of fish and other ingredients, conducting regular taste tests to ensure freshness.
- Uphold quality control measures to the highest sushi standards.
- Handle and store raw fish and other perishable ingredients with the utmost care and adherence to health standards.
- Manage inventory to minimize waste and ensure optimal freshness.
- Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure the timely preparation and delivery of sushi orders.
- Communicate effectively to maintain a smooth flow of operations.
- Interact with customers at the sushi bar, explaining menu items, answering inquiries, and providing a personalized dining experience.
- Address customer preferences and special requests.
- Uphold a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation standards, keeping the sushi bar and kitchen area clean and organized.
- Follow proper handwashing and sanitation procedures.
- Maintain and sharpen knives regularly for optimal performance.
- Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company.
- Perform all other tasks as duties as assigned and/or per business need.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Preferred 1+ years of experience as a Cook.
- Knowledge of various types of fish, seafood, and sushi ingredients.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent knife skills and proficiency in sushi hand rolling techniques.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a kitchen setting.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing 10 – 30 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds on a regular (or occasional basis).
- Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.
- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property. Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
- Climbing steps regularly.
COMPENSATION:
The base pay range for this position is $18 -$22 per hour. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.
Creative Culinary Management is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that CCMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement along with explicit communication to open the search, CCMC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CCMC reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of CCMC.