Sushi Prep Cook

Hana Brands • Jupiter, FL

7h • $15 - $18

About The Position

The Sushi Prep Cook prepares sushi rice, ingredients, and the core sushi assortment in a kiosk, following company recipes and standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety. This is a hands-on, entry-level production and training role performed alongside experienced cooks. The cook develops knife technique, sushi fundamentals, and food safety knowledge on the job while contributing to daily production. Seafood arrives as pre-portioned fillets or saku blocks; whole-fish butchery is not performed in the kiosks. The position reports to the Sushi Team Leader.

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.
• Reliable and organized, with the 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 and values and to professional customer interactions.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while working in a retail sushi kiosk.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, and use hands and arms to handle food, tools, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm motions associated with food preparation.
• Ability to work around temperature changes, noise, water, and food production equipment.
• Ability to maintain the physical stamina required to complete food preparation, stocking, cleaning, and customer service responsibilities throughout the shift.

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; 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.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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