Line Cook

Launchpad Hospitality LLC; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Commuter benefits

Health insurance

Job summary

Nami Nori is seeking line cooks who share a passion for cooking and hospitality. No prior Japanese culinary experience is required—we will train the ideal candidates who are eager to learn about Japanese ingredients and techniques.

As a growing company, Nami Nori offers competitive benefits including paid time off, health insurance, commuter benefits, employee dining discounts, and opportunities for advancement. Join a team dedicated to omotenashi and delivering memorable hand-roll experiences.

Qualifications

• Great passion for cooking and hospitality.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Flexible availability for nights, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Team-oriented with willingness to grow professionally.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Hospitality mindset

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Flexible availability

Excellent organizational skills

Team player

1+ year line cook experience

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Nami Nori is looking for line cooks with a passion for cooking and hospitality. No previous Japanese culinary experience required. We will train the ideal candidates who are eager to learn more about Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques.

Nami Nori is the first to specialize in open-style sushi hand rolls in New York City. Our mission is to create a devoted fan following for temaki through “omotenashi”, the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to creating great experiences for both guests and employees alike.

POPULAR ACCLAIM

• 69K followers on Instagram
• The New York Times “Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too”
• Michelin Guide “Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village”
• The NEW YORKER “Nami Nori’s Hand Rolls Are Worth the Wait”
• And more…

BENEFITS

• Compensation: $15.13-$19.00 per hour
• 40 hours paid safe and sick time annually
• Additional 40 hours vacation time after 2 years of employment for full-time employees
• Commuter benefits
• Health Insurance Benefits
• Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
• Additional incentives for job performance
• Opportunity to grow professionally with a growing company

ABOUT YOU

• Great passion for cooking and hospitality
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Flexible availability (able to work nights, weekends, and holidays)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Exceptional team player1+ year of experience as Line Cook or similar caliber concept