Overview
Sushi Chef Jobs in Doha, Qatar at Apparel FZCO
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of sushi items including sushi rolls, maki, nigiri, sashimi, temaki and specialty sushi.
- Prepare and season sushi rice to the required consistency temperature and taste.
- Select clean cut fillet and portion fresh fish and seafood according to required standards.
- Maintain excellent knife skills and ensure proper handling of sushi knives and equipment.
- Prepare vegetables garnishes sauces marinades and other ingredients required for sushi preparation.
- Complete daily mise en place before service to ensure all ingredients are ready.
- Ensure sushi items are prepared according to standardized recipes and portion specifications.
- Maintain high standards of food presentation plating and visual appeal.
- Monitor the freshness quality and condition of fish seafood rice and other ingredients.
- Follow proper seafood handling storage temperature-control and food safety procedures.
- Ensure all ingredients are properly labeled dated stored and handled according to FIFO procedures.
- Maintain strict hygiene and sanitation standards in the sushi preparation area.
- Keep sushi counters preparation areas knives cutting boards utensils and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Minimize food waste through proper cutting trimming portioning and storage techniques.
- Monitor stock levels of sushi ingredients and inform the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor of shortages.
- Coordinate with the Kitchen Supervisor Head Chef and other kitchen sections to ensure smooth service.
- Ensure sushi orders are prepared accurately and within the required service time.
- Maintain consistency in taste portion size quality and presentation during every service.
- Assist with developing and testing new sushi items seasonal dishes and menu specials when required.
- Follow HACCP food safety health and safety regulations at all times.
- Train and guide Junior Sushi Chefs Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants on sushi preparation techniques when required.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures of the sushi station.
- Report equipment problems quality issues and food safety concerns to the Kitchen Supervisor or Head Chef.
- Support other kitchen sections during busy periods when required.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Head Chef Executive Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Sushi Chef in a Japanese restaurant hotel or similar professional kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and sushi preparation techniques.
- Excellent knife-handling and fish-cutting skills.
- Good knowledge of sushi rice preparation and Japanese ingredients.
- Experience handling fresh fish and seafood.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene HACCP and food safety standards.
- Good knowledge of portion control and food wastage management.
- Strong attention to detail cleanliness and presentation.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain consistent quality during high-volume service.
- Culinary qualification or professional Japanese cuisine sushi training is an advantage.
- Experience in premium dining hotel high-volume or international Japanese restaurants is preferred.
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Title: Sushi Chef
Company: Apparel FZCO
Location: Doha, Qatar
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