About the position
Introduction
To manage resources in order to maximise turnover and minimise shortage. Ensures that standards, processes and policies are adhered to within the Sushi Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
Accept overall responsibility for product and related product preparation, display, promotion and development
Store product in a safe and tidy manner - hygiene and housekeeping
Prepare and wrap products according to specifications
Accept full overall responsibility for the department
Ensure that hygiene, housekeeping and safe working standards are maintained (floor and back-up)
Ensure that security procedures are adhered to
Ensure that merchandise/display standards are adhered to
Conduct regular quality checks, ensure that stock is rotated. Damaged/expired stock is removed
Prevent wastage/shrinkage/damages
Complete all relevant administration/documentation
Plan and implement sales promotions
Approach and advise customers on the product, listen to customers' requests, provide the required product or services and handle customers in a courteous and businesslike manner
Monitor budgets (expenses, turnover, gross) and take required action
Optimise stock levels e.g. always in stock, never overstocked through effective ordering and efficient handling of returns
Plan daily/weekly production of products (if applicable)
Communicate effectively with employees, management, customers and suppliers
Ensure that all equipment is maintained in effective working order and operated in accordance with laid down standards
Manage employees to ensure standards are maintained by competent, motivated employees
Desired Experience & Qualification
Matric Grade 12. Experience / training in foods retail and management of resources
At least 1 year of Sushi experience
Experience in cutting a filleting fish as well as a demonstrated ability in:
Competencies
Achieving results through others
Plan, organize and follow up on activities and plans
Adhere to standards and policies
Customer Orientation
Communication skills - clearly conveying message and actively listening
Business mindedness
Be ambitious, self-disciplined and have an eye for detail.
Be able to handle pressure and work long, irregular hours
Be a self-starter, energetic and show lots of initiative
A passion to delight customers and enjoy working in a pressurized retail environment.
Ingredient knowledge
Food Safety compliance
Good knowledge of different sushi recipes
Understanding of production cards and production plan
Understanding of relevant SOP
Food Safety Training
Recipe Specifications
Food Safety Standards
