Sushi Cook

  • Lacoste
  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • Full Time

Company Summary

ELIA Group is a multi-faceted, fully integrated real estate and hospitality company that acquires , develops, and manages commercial properties in landmark locations throughout the United States. In Real Estate & Development and Hospitality, we dont sit back and let things happen, we make things happen! Whether were crafting deals or cocktails, our unparalleled attention to detail leads to award-winning real estate development and hospitality projects.

Job description

Join our sushi team at Zuzu, Nashvilles hottest new dining destination from Elia Group. We're looking for skilled and passionate Sushi Cooks to help deliver an exceptional dining experience in our high-energy, fine dining environment.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Assist in preparing a diverse sushi menu featuring raw and cooked items including maki, nigiri, and sashimi

  • Work with premium ingredients such as salmon, tuna, unagi, avocado, mango, and other fresh produce

  • Boil and season sushi rice and assist in daily prep tasks to ensure readiness for service

  • Season and garnish sushi using traditional components like ginger, wasabi, soy sauce, and rice vinegar

  • Consistently execute dishes according to recipes, plating standards, and venue specifications

  • Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation following food safety and culinary regulations

  • Support the sushi chef and culinary team by working efficiently and communicating clearly during service

  • Monitor inventory and assist in replenishing ingredients according to par levels

  • Follow all standard operating procedures and uphold Zuzus service and presentation standards

  • Contribute to a positive team environment and help maintain smooth kitchen operations during each shift

Skills Needed to Succeed:

  • Fine Dining experience required
  • Experience with crafting Sushi cuisine
  • Proven ability to work as a team, stay organized, multi-task, and prioritize
  • Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
  • Familiar with industry best practices
  • ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate required

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Restaurant type:

  • Fine dining restaurant

Experience:

  • Sushi: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job ID: 485625628
Originally Posted on: 7/16/2025

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