Located in the heart of downtown Valparaiso, Blockhead Beerworks is a brewstillery home to a full Asian fusion kitchen that offers fresh, hand-rolled sushi, steamed buns, and noodz. Our unique menu features nothing but high quality food, beer, and cocktails.

Just like our sister restaurants, Blockhead is a fun and casual environment with a very positive culture. Our restaurant is a fast-paced environment, but having fun within a team environment is highly encouraged. As long as you can embrace the idea of being a contributing member of a team, you will build strong relationships within Blockhead, built on trust.

Blockhead offers health insurance for full-time team members and competitive pay. Qualities that we look for in candidates are friendliness, positivity, attention-to-detail, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Blockhead offers the following benefits to team members:

• 75% company-paid health, dental & vision to full-time team members
• Health Savings Account eligible health plans with company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to ALL team members
• Sick time to full-time members
• Very flexible scheduling
• Company-wide employee discounts, including Ricochet Tacos and Tomato Bar Pizza Bakery
• Competitive pay

Sushi Job Description

You will prepare sushi rolls and dishes from the sushi bar, accepting orders ONLY from servers. Our ideal candidate is comfortable with a variety of sushi rolling, plating, and related cooking techniques and has experience working in a sushi restaurant. Advanced knife cutting skills are a must.

Sushi Chef Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare raw fish and other sushi ingredients
• Roll and plate dishes for customers, taking note of individual requests
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace
• Coordinate with servers to ensure an efficient flow of orders

Sushi Chef Requirements and Qualifications

• Cooking and sushi-making experience
• Food handler's card
• Knife skills
• Communication, time-management, and organizational abilities

Our provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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