Sushi Prep Cook
About The Position
The Sushi Prep Cook prepares sushi rice, ingredients, and the core sushi assortment in the kiosk, following company recipes, specifications, and standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety. Reporting to the Sushi Team Leader, this is a hands-on production role performed alongside experienced cooks. This entry-level position is the company’s primary training role. The Sushi Prep 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
- Willingness to learn knife technique and sushi fundamentals.
- Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
- Attention to recipe and presentation detail.
- Reliability and organization in a fast-paced production environment.
- A professional, service-minded approach with customers, teammates, and store partners.
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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
