Job Description

Aburi Market Ltd., is a premium Japanese gourmet market in West Vancouver. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Sushi Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. The successful candidate will bring authentic sushi preparation techniques, creativity, and strong leadership skills to ensure exceptional quality and consistency in every dish. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled sushi professional to contribute to a growing brand known for its innovation, artistry, and dedication to traditional Japanese cuisine.

Expertise and experience with Japanese cuisine is a keycomponent of this role since you will be training, supervising, and mentoring cooks and kitchen staff.

Only candidates with culinary training will be considered.

Work Location: 1350 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7T 0B5 Hours: 30 to 33 hours/week Start Date: ASAP Vacancy: One (1)

Language:

English

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma

Culinary arts/chef training

Experience:

At least 2 years of experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.

Ranks of chefs

Sushi chef

Fish chef

Tasks:

Estimate amount and costs of supplies and food items

Estimate labour costs

Maintain records of food costs, consumption, sales and inventory

Analyze operating costs and other data

Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff

Supervise activities of specialist chefs, chefs, cooks and other kitchen workers

Create new recipes

Instruct cooks in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food

Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for events such as banquets

Supervise cooks and other kitchen staff

Prepare and cook food on a regular basis, or for special guests or functions

Prepare and cook meals or specialty foods

Requisition food and kitchen supplies

Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs

Plan and direct food preparation and cooking activities of several restaurants

Prepare dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances

Recruit and hire staff

Train staff in preparation, cooking and handling of food

Leading/instructing individuals

Inspect kitchen and food service areas

Supervision

~ 11-15 people

Applicable certificates, licences, memberships, and/or courses

Cook Trade Certification

Safe Food Handling certificate

Cook Red Seal Certificate

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Cuisine specialties

Sushi preparation techniques

Japanese cuisine

Food specialties

Fish and seafood

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Fast-paced environment

Work under pressure

Tight deadlines

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Attention to detail

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Standing for extended periods

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

Leadership

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Aburi Market Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fairness in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals, including members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada.

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

By email: resumes@aburirestaurants.com

Include this reference number in your application

AM-1029

Here is what you must include in your application:

References attesting experience

Cover letter

Job reference number

Proof of the requested certifications

Please answer the following questions when applying:

Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Are you available for shift or on-call work?

Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?

Do you have experience working in this field?

Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 33 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

West Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:

Chef: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Food Safety Certification (required) Red Seal (preferred)
Work Location: In person