Kitchen Assistant / Cook

Description

Job Summary: A kitchen assistant will support the sushiman by preparing hot dishes and organizing the workspace, requiring continuous physical stamina and agility. Key Highlights: 1. Essential support to the sushi team and preparation of various dishes. 2. Opportunity to learn and become a sushiman in the future. 3. Dynamic environment focused on agility and organization. At **Yaki Sushi** (located at Parque Shopping and Prudenshopping), the kitchen assistant serves as the team's "right hand," supporting the sushiman, preparing hot dishes, and maintaining overall organization. Key responsibilities include: **1\. Pre\-preparation (Mise en Place).** * **Ingredients:** Wash, peel, cut, and portion vegetables, fish, and other ingredients. * **Sushi Rice (Shari):** Assist in cooking and seasoning rice—a critical step for sushi quality. * **Protein Cleaning:** Assist with basic cleaning of fish (e.g., salmon and tilapia) and shrimp. **2\. Production and Assembly Support** * **Cold Dishes:** Assist the sushiman in assembling combos, boats, and basic sushi such as hosomakis and uramakis. * **Hot Dishes:** Prepare or assist in preparing items including **Yakisoba**, **Tempura**, **Bentos**, and grilled dishes featured in Yaki Sushi’s buffet and menu. * **Finishing:** Plate decoration and ensuring presentation meets house standards before serving customers or placing on the buffet. **3\. Organization and Hygiene** * **Cleaning:** Maintain sanitized work surfaces, utensils (knives, cutting boards), and equipment to prevent cross\-contamination. * **Inventory:** Check product expiration dates, organize refrigerators, and alert staff when supplies need replenishment. **4\. Candidate Profile and Work Pace** * The shopping mall environment demands **agility** and physical stamina due to continuous workflow (especially under the buffet/self\-service model). * An excellent entry point for those seeking to learn techniques and pursue a future career as a sushiman. Schedule: 6 days on, 1 day off per week. Working hours: 2:00 PM to 10:20 PM. Flexible availability required. The professional will receive R$ 220.00 meal allowance after the probation period. Compensation: R$1,836.00 per month Benefits: * Transportation allowance Work location: On\-site