Kitchen Prep & Sushi Assembly — Fast-Paced Japanese Kitchen

8sian Signs, LLC; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on meals

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Job summary

8sian Signs, LLC in Arcadia, CA is seeking a Kitchen Prep to support JAPANMART cooked foods and sushi offerings. Role can be full-time or part-time and includes food prep, customer service, and maintaining a clean workspace in a fast-paced environment.

You must be reliable, able to stand for long periods, and follow safety rules. English fluency is required; bilingual English/Japanese is a plus. Wage starts at $18 per hour with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Sushi preparation experience preferred but not required — training provided.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Friendly, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand for periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and food quality.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team setting.
• Bilingual (English/Japanese) is preferred but not required.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Food Handler Certification

Responsibilities

• Assist with sushi preparation and food assembly under JAPANMART quality standards
• Follow instructions and guidance provided by direct supervisor
• Prepare ingredients, including accurately portioning and cutting raw fish, according to JAPANMART recipes and quality standards, ensuring proper portion control and presentation
• Prepare all cooked food items, including onigiri, soufflé pancakes, unagi bowls, and other JAPANMART menu offerings
• Monitor cooking times, food quality, and adherence to brand standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, food temperature, storage, cross-contamination prevention, and health department requirements
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly
• Assist with packaging, labeling, restocking, product freshness checks, and inventory restocking
• Monitor kitchen supplies and report inventory shortages
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures
• Maintain speed, efficiency, and accuracy during peak business hours
• Work collaboratively with JAPANMART team members to ensure smooth operations and order flow
• Communicate effectively during busy periods
• Support team members to maintain efficient operations
• Communicate effectively and provide friendly, professional customer service
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support daily operations

Skills

Sushi prep

Communication

Teamwork

English fluency

Bilingual (English/Japanese)

Food safety

Punctuality

Job description

8sian Signs, LLC in Arcadia, CA is seeking a Kitchen Prep to support JAPANMART cooked foods and sushi offerings. Role can be full-time or part-time and includes food prep, customer service, and maintaining a clean workspace in a fast-paced environment.

You must be reliable, able to stand for long periods, and follow safety rules. English fluency is required; bilingual English/Japanese is a plus. Wage starts at $18 per hour with opportunities for growth.