$21-$24/hr Sushi Cook-Arlington,VA job in Arlington,VA,USA | Hiring

Founded in 1894, The Washington Golf and Country Club (WGCC) is one of the nation’s most historic and distinguished private clubs. Located with a stunning view overlooking the Washington D.C. skyline, WGCC has built a reputation grounded in tradition, excellence, and a warm community atmosphere. Members and employees alike benefit from an exceptional experience reflecting the club’s rich history and commitment to outstanding service. WGCC serves as a premier venue for golf, dining, and exclusive social events, providing an inspiring environment where the highest standards of quality and hospitality are maintained. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Sushi Cook to join our culinary team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside our experienced Sushi Chef in a well-established private club known for its exceptional dining offerings. The Sushi Cook will play a pivotal role in preparing both traditional and contemporary sushi dishes, maintaining rigorous food safety standards, and ensuring exquisite presentation. Ideal candidates will have basic sushi knowledge and a strong passion for Japanese cuisine, along with a desire to learn and grow professionally within an esteemed culinary environment. The Sushi Cook will be responsible for preparing a wide variety of sushi types including nigiri, sashimi, maki rolls, and specialty creations with precision and artistry. Attention to ingredient quality and freshness, especially concerning fish, seafood, and rice, is critical. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef, the Sushi Cook contributes to the creation of innovative, fresh, and enticing seasonal menus tailored to the preferences of our discerning members. Maintaining an organized and sanitary workstation in accordance with health codes is essential, as is collaborating with the wider culinary team to elevate our sushi offerings. Beyond food preparation, this role also involves direct guest interaction when appropriate, explaining dishes and catering to special requests. The Sushi Cook will be responsible for managing inventory, monitoring product rotation to reduce waste and training junior kitchen staff in sushi preparation techniques and knife skills. Consistency in portion sizes and visual presentation is key to enhancing the dining experience and upholding the WGCC’s esteemed reputation. This is a part-time position with working hours Wednesday through Sunday from 2 PM to 10 PM, offering a competitive pay rate of $21.00 to $24.00 per hour. Physical demands include standing for extended periods and working in a fast-paced kitchen environment that requires manual dexterity for intricate knife work and delicate sushi preparation. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated culinary professional eager to develop their skills while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

• Proven experience as a sushi cook or similar role in a high-volume or fine dining environment
• basic knowledge of traditional and modern sushi preparation rice techniques and knife skills
• strong understanding of food safety hygiene and handling raw fish
• food safety certificate preferred in va
• ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• willingness to learn and grow
• ability to stand for extended periods
• comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• manual dexterity for knife work and delicate preparations
• hours wednesday-sunday 2-10pm