Line Cook

Nami Nori; Montclair (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Nami Nori is seeking passionate line cooks to join their team. No prior Japanese culinary experience is required as training will be provided. Ideal candidates should have a love for cooking, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Hourly wage: $15.13 - $19.00

40 hours of paid safe and sick time annually

Commuter benefits

Health insurance benefits

Performance-based incentives

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a Line Cook or similar role.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Team player

Job description

Benefits:

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

Nami Nori is seeking passionate line cooks interested in Japanese cuisine and hospitality. No prior Japanese culinary experience is necessary; we will provide training to the right candidates eager to learn about Japanese ingredients and techniques.

Nami Nori is the first restaurant in NYC to specialize in open-style sushi hand rolls. Our mission is to build a loyal following for temaki through “omotenashi,” the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We aim to create exceptional experiences for both guests and staff.

Our Acclaims:

• 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”

Benefits:

• Hourly wage: $15.13 - $19.00
• 40 hours of paid safe and sick time annually
• Additional 40 hours of vacation time after 2 years of full-time employment
• Commuter benefits
• Health insurance benefits
• Employee dining discounts at all Nami Nori locations
• Performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for professional growth within a growing company

About You:

• Passion for cooking and hospitality
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Team player
• At least 1 year of experience as a Line Cook or similar role