Jonathan Jonas
MN
Summary
Innovative Culinary professional offering twelve years of expertise preparing sushi, sauces and various kinds of fish in extremely high-volume sushi restaurants. Well-trained and versed in mentoring junior team members in culinary techniques and best practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Sushi Chef
CHI Chinese And Sushi Bar
06.2015 - 06.2024
- Organized special events catering, showcasing establishment's quality cuisine to diverse audiences.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated customer orders among team of sushi chefs while creating complex and artistic sushi plates, ensuring efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Provided patrons with education on different types of fish and shellfish and helped choose sushi items.
- Trained junior chefs on sushi preparation techniques, fostering professional growth within team.
- Developed innovative sushi recipes, expanding restaurant's offerings and attracting new customers.
- Carefully handled various types of knives, hand tools, and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
Sushi Chef
Mio Sushi
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Increased restaurant efficiency by training and mentoring junior chefs in proper sushi preparation techniques.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Saint Cloud Technical College
Saint Cloud, MNSkills
- Fish preparation
- Time Management Efficiency
- Japanese Cuisine Knowledge
- Guest Interaction
- Expert knife handling skills
- Nigiri / Sashimi crafting skills
- Food Safety
Timeline
Head Sushi Chef
CHI Chinese And Sushi Bar
06.2015 - 06.2024
Sushi Chef
Mio Sushi
11.2012 - 06.2015
Associate of Arts -
Saint Cloud Technical College
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