Sushi Prep Cook

Hana Brands • City of Yonkers, NY

3d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Sushi Prep Cook prepares sushi rice, ingredients, and the core sushi assortment in a kiosk, following company recipes and specifications and meeting standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety. This hands-on production role is performed alongside experienced cooks and reports to the Sushi Team Leader.

This entry-level position is the company’s primary training role. The cook develops knife technique, sushi fundamentals, and food safety knowledge on the job while contributing to daily production. Seafood arrives pre-portioned as fillets or saku blocks; whole-fish butchery is not performed in the kiosks.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of food handling experience in a kitchen, deli, prepared foods department, or similar setting.
• Willingness to learn knife skills and sushi technique; training is provided.
• Ability to understand recipes, product labels, production guides, food safety instructions, and workplace communications in English.
• Current food handler certification, or ability to obtain one within the required timeframe.
• Reliability, organization, and ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and respectful approach with customers, coworkers, and store leadership.
• Commitment to the company mission, values, and professional customer interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Sushi rolling or Japanese cuisine experience.
• Experience in a deli, prepared foods, or high-volume prep environment.
• Experience working directly with customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rice and other ingredients according to company recipes and specifications.
• Slice and portion fish from pre-portioned fillets and saku blocks, and prepare vegetables for rolls and garnishes.
• Produce the core sushi assortment to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
• Follow production guides, recipes, labeling requirements, and food safety procedures.
• Inspect ingredients before use and report quality concerns to the Sushi Team Leader.
• Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, workstations, and food-contact surfaces, and keep the kiosk clean, organized, stocked, and customer-ready.
• Report equipment, product quality, or safety concerns to the Sushi Team Leader or manager on duty.
• Greet customers, answer product questions, and provide friendly, professional service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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