Sushi Chef/Specialty Cook, Nobu (Caesars New Orleans)

JOIN A TEAM THAT GOES ALL-IN ON YOU

Caesars New Orleans Casino & Hotel is a destination property in the heart of the city, we are continually striving to attract the best talent to deliver extraordinary experiences for our guests. Are you ready to join a team that embraces a family culture, blazes the trail, and commits to delivering Family-Style Service at every turn? We want you to become an integral part of our vision to create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. Become a part of our winning team and bring your fun spirit along with you!  

BENEFITS: Caesars New Orleans is proud to offer our team members a professional, fun, and welcoming atmosphere.  Our team members also enjoy exclusive benefits, such as:

• FREE Downtown Team Member Parking

• Discounted Monthly Bus Passes

• Free Team Member Assistance Program

• Team Member Discounted Hotel Room Rates

• Fun and Free Team Member Events

• Discount Program within Caesars Partner Network

• Tuition & Student Loan Debt Repayment Assistance

• First Time Homebuyer Program

• Child Care Assistance Program

• 401k Matching

STARTING PAY: $28.00/hourly

JOB SUMMARY:

The Specialty Sushi Chef/Cook is responsible for all types of cooking functions required for the preparation of specialty (Sushi) menu items. The Specialty Sushi Chef/Cook prepares of all proteins, vegetables, sauces and side items required for the sushi bar.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

• Prepare specialty food items in accordance with kitchen needs.

• Prepares portions and garnishes hot and cold foods.

• Perform various job duties that will include operation of grill, fryer, broiler, oven and French top in accordance with kitchen needs.

• Perform preliminary preparation work in a timely manner.

• Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate. 

• Move items from shelves to carts and transport to assigned stations for restocking purposes.

• Maintains the required par of food items in their assigned station from support areas.

• Understand proper safety and health codes and regulations and maintain them regularly.

• Ensure all areas assigned are clean and free of debris

• To assist with any other job-related duties that may be assigned.

• Reviews prep list daily and completes all prep required according to sushi bar specifications provided by the Head Sushi Chef

• Ensures sushi bar stations, prep area, and refrigerators are kept clean and organized at all times

• Oversees first in/first out process to ensure items are utilized before their expiration date

• Receives, inspects, and puts away all sushi bar items when they are received

• Prepares sushi rice according to recipe guidelines.

• Provides Family Style Service at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• 2+ years Sushi Cook experience working in a high volume and upscale establishment.

• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English (speak, read, write) with guests, co-workers and management

• Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum amount of supervision.

• Ability to accurately follow established recipe and technique guidelines

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once.

• Ability to be well organized, maintain concentration, and think clearly while providing service to many guests at any given time.

• Punctuality and regular and reliable attendance.

• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with other team members and the public.

• Must be available to work Dinner Shifts.

• Work requires ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.

• Work requires a neat appearance with good personal hygiene.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:  

• Loud, fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint.  

• Must be able to handle a heavy business volume in a timely manner.

The above is a minimal description of duties and responsibilities. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as the business needs evolve or change. Caesars New Orleans reserves the right to m