Sushi Chef / Wok Chef

Sushi Chef / Wok Chef Sensei Asain Bistro Gainesville, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time $19 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Sushi Asian cuisine Food handling Fish handling Japanese cuisine Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Fish processing Seafood Chinese cuisine Food preparation Safety equipment Kitchen stations Full Job Description Schedule Primarily night shifts Weekends required (including Sundays when needed) Some shifts may start earlier for prep/setup and run later for closing depending on business About Sensei Sensei is a chef-driven Asian bistro focused on technique, quality, and consistency. We're a small team, so we work clean, move with urgency, and keep a calm, professional kitchen environment. About the Role We're hiring a Sushi Chef or Wok Chef / Line Cook. You do not need to be perfect at both — we're open to strong candidates in either track:

Track A:

Sushi Maki/hand rolls/nigiri (as needed), fish prep, rice, sauces, garnishes, station organization.

Track B:

Wok / Hot Line High-heat cooking, timing/pickup, mise en place, sauces, consistency under pressure. Because we're a small kitchen, everyone supports the team beyond their main station — including prep, organization, and closing duties. What You'll Do Execute service on sushi station and/or wok station based on your strengths Prep and portion ingredients, label/date, maintain pars, and stock stations Keep station organized, clean, and service-ready (clean-as-you-go) Follow sanitation, food safety, and allergen procedures consistently Support deliveries, FIFO rotation, and inventory organization Dishwashing + cleaning every shift: keep dish area organized, wash/put away, and complete end-of-night cleaning (floors, trash, stations, equipment wipe-down) Standards & Policies (Non-Negotiable) No phone use during shift (stored away; emergency only with manager approval) No smart watch / earbuds/headphones during shift Uniform + hygiene required (non-slip shoes, hair restrained/hat as required) Professional language & attitude (respectful, calm, team-first) Food safety is non-negotiable: handwashing, glove use when needed, label/date/FIFO, allergen awareness Consistent attendance required Minimum Requirements (must have at least ONE) Sushi experience (fish handling, rice, rolls/nigiri) Wok/Asian line experience (high heat, speed, timing)

Pay:

$19.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Gainesville, FL 32608 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person