Sushi Lead - UNION - AVAILABILITY REQUIRED 4AM - 9PM

Good Food Holdings Companies • Portland, OR

3d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

New Seasons Market began in 2000 as a neighborhood market, a place where local communities can come together to connect with where their food comes from. A friendly, inviting place that honors its region’s farmers, ranchers, growers and makers. Today we are part of Good Food Holdings; a collection of regional specialty grocers committed to serving our communities with the highest quality of products and great service, where our goal remains the same: to build community through good food. Accordingly, we seek skilled team members who share the same commitments and who appreciate the fact that New Seasons Market celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a fast-paced food, retail, grocery, or hospitality environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with handheld inventory scanners or price guns.
• Familiarity with service counter, including weighing and packaging.
• Basic understanding of "Organic Standards," "Cross-Contamination," or "FIFO" (First In, First Out) rotation.
• Industrial Kitchen: Rice cookers, sushi rolling and cutting equipment, fryer, and commercial refrigeration.
• Cutting Tools: Knives, specialized vegetable slicers, and sharpeners.
• Safety: Thermometers, industrial dishwashers, non-slip knives, cut-resistant gloves, standard PPE, and chemical sanitation kits.
• Technology: Scales and standard office software.
• Janitorial: Basic housekeeping and janitorial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Guides the daily work of department employees, assigning tasks and auditing the quality of presentations and signage.
• Ensures that department conditions, including signage, pricing accuracy, and case presentation are maintained to merchandising standards.
• Trains employees on production, terminology, product labeling, and customer engagement standards.
• Performs production of sushi items, including prepping ingredients, rolling, and garnishing.
• Prepares all sushi items strictly according to company recipes and artisanal standards to ensure consistency and quality.
• Monitors product quality by handling ingredients according to company policy.
• Executes department merchandising by stocking, rotating, and "facing" products with strict attention to quality and expiration dates.
• Performs daily operational tasks, including department opening/closing, processing special orders, and maintaining accurate pricing and signage.
• Performs logistical tasks such as receiving merchandise, verifying counts, and managing back-stock organization.
• Maintains a sanitary environment by cleaning equipment and storage areas in accordance with food safety standards.
• Monitors product integrity by identifying damaged or spoiled goods and reporting inventory discrepancies to management.
• Communicates effectively with store leadership regarding safety, security, or customer service issues that may impact store operations.
• Prioritizes and completes assigned tasks based on department needs and changing business conditions.
• Applies job-related judgment to address operational issues and routine decision-making in accordance with company policies and safety standards.
• Works scheduled shifts based on business needs and maintains reliable attendance in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
• Follows workplace safety practices and reports hazards, equipment issues, or compliance concerns promptly.
• Uses company resources appropriately and complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Provides responsive, courteous, and solutions-focused customer service by identifying customer needs, offering appropriate product guidance, and resolving concerns in accordance with company standards.
• Communicates respectfully and collaborates with team members and leadership to support a productive work environment.
• Contributes to an inclusive and respectful workplace by treating coworkers and customers fairly and using inclusive communication.
• Performs basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) for unit counts, weight tares, and handling transactions.
• Reads and speaks English to ensure safety, follow recipes/schematics, and effectively communicate with customers.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% staff shopping discount
• Medical, dental, vision, pre-tax spending accounts, life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and disability benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• 401(k) program (for staff 21+ years old after 60 days)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (depending on schedule and tenure)
• Supplemental leave pay (such as parental or bereavement)
• Store incentive program based on financial & operational goals
• Paid time for volunteering at a 501(c)3 non-profit
• Discounts on some forms of public transportation
• Adoption assistance
• Up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries for their birthday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed