Sushi Manager - Unassigned

Good Food Holdings Companies • Portland, OR

1d • $25 - $35 • 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

• A minimum of three years of experience in a fast-paced food, retail, grocery, or hospitality environment.
• A minimum of two years of experience performing "Lead" or "Assistant" level supervisory duties.
• At least two years of experience in sushi preparation or high-volume professional food experience.

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.
• Knives, specialized vegetable slicers, and sharpeners.
• Thermometers, industrial dishwashers, non-slip knives, cut-resistant gloves, standard PPE, and chemical sanitation kits.
• Scales and standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all department activities, including ordering, production, and sales.
• Directs all department operations, including scheduling, performance management, and the delegation of daily production and processing tasks.
• Analyzes financial reports (labor, sales, margins) to develop and execute plans that meet or exceed budgetary expectations.
• Develops communication systems to ensure employees are informed of promotions, seasonal programs, and department priorities.
• Establishes production schedules and ordering protocols to maximize product availability while maintaining sales and margin goals.
• Promotes a safe workplace culture by enforcing OSHA standards and ensuring all employees are trained on specialized equipment.
• Leads inventory process, analyzing results for accuracy, and implementing shrink-reduction strategies.
• Works "on the line" as needed, performing technical culinary tasks including food preparation, cooking, and made-to-order service to maintain production speed.
• Actively participates in sanitation, including dishwashing and station deep-cleaning, to ensure the kitchen meets health and safety standards during all shifts.
• Balances administrative responsibilities with a consistent presence on the floor to model service and monitor department conditions.
• Upholds organizational HR standards by coaching team members and optimizing local resource utilization.
• 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.
• Reads, writes, and speaks English to ensure safety, follow recipes/schematics, and effectively communicate with customers.
• Participates in store-wide operations and supports overall store performance as needed.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% staff shopping discount
• Medical benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Dental benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Vision benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Pre-tax spending accounts (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Life insurance (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• Disability benefits (for full-time, regular-status staff working 24+ hours/week after 60 days)
• 401(k) program participation (for staff 21+ who have worked 60 days)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual
• Paid holidays (eligibility depends on schedule and tenure)
• Supplemental leave pay (e.g., parental, bereavement)
• Store incentive program
• Paid time for volunteering
• Discounts on public transportation
• Adoption assistance
• Dinner out or New Seasons Market groceries reimbursement for birthday

What This Job Offers

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