A Sushi Chef, or Itamae, prepares dishes from traditional Japanese cuisine that often feature raw fish and rice, such as sashimi, sushi and maki rolls. Their duties include developing menus for sushi bars and restaurants, prepping ingredients and adhering to food safety, health and hygiene standards.
Un Sushi Chef dovrebbe essere in grado di svolgere vari doveri e responsabilità. Di seguito sono riportati alcuni doveri e responsabilità che un Sushi Chef dovrebbe essere in grado di eseguire:
- Putting together a sushi menu that incorporates a variety of dishes from Japanese cuisine
- Researching competitors to determine pricing and stay abreast of the latest culinary trends
- Ordering ingredients and managing inventory
- Preparing whole fish into filets and smaller pieces for use in dishes
- Assembling and plating sushi, sashimi, maki rolls and other fare
- Supervising the activities of apprentices and kitchen helpers
Un Sushi Chef competitivo avrà determinate competenze e qualifiche, tra cui:
- Creative thinking skills to devise unique dishes
- Extensive knowledge of traditional Japanese cuisine
- Ability to remain upright for the majority of working hours
- Knifework and plating skills to prepare aesthetically pleasing meals
- Strong verbal communication skills to give directions to assistants and interact positively with the rest of the team
- Teamwork skills to collaborate with kitchen helpers, waitstaff and other coworkers
