Fish & Meat Specialist

Japanese Food Store

London

Fish & Meat Specialist

Hourly rate: 13.25 – 13.91 GBP

Duties and Responsibilities

• Expertly fillet, portion, and prepare fish and meat, including sashimi-grade fish and Japanese-style cuts.
• Prepare, trim, debone, fillet, portion, and package fish, seafood, poultry, and meat.
• Ensure all preparation meets company and industry standards.
• Prepare and garnish food according to presentation standards.
• Prepare sushi-grade fish following strict food safety procedures.
• Slice and portion fish for sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and other products.
• Assist in preparing and presenting products for retail display.
• Ensure all raw-consumption fish meets safety and traceability requirements.
• Maintain attractive, well-stocked, and correctly labelled displays.
• Monitor product quality and remove items not meeting standards.

Food Safety & Hygiene

• Follow all food safety training and safe handling practices.
• Adhere to HACCP principles and hygiene regulations.
• Monitor and record storage and display temperatures.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, labelling, and traceability.
• Maintain strict hygiene during preparation, especially raw fish.
• Clean and sanitise work areas, tools, and equipment regularly.
• Wear appropriate PPE.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Receive, inspect, and verify deliveries.
• Maintain stock rotation using FIFO.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
• Minimise waste through careful handling and storage.
• Assist with stock counts and audits.

Customer Service

• Provide expert advice on fish, meat, seafood, sushi, and sashimi.
• Assist customers with selection, preparation, and cooking advice.
• Handle special requests and bespoke orders professionally.
• Deliver excellent service to ensure customer satisfaction.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Safely operate knives, slicers, grinders, saws, scales, and other equipment.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained properly.
• Report faults or hazards immediately.

Compliance & Safety

• Comply with company health and safety policies.
• Identify and report workplace hazards.
• Participate in ongoing training.

Administration & Computer Work

• Complete department paperwork daily/weekly.
• Ensure legal checks are completed accurately.
• Clock in and out according to company policy.

Skills Required

Essential

• Previous experience in a similar fast‑paced environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety.

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