Line Cook Kissho House 1522 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia Theatre Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a skilled Line Cook with a passion for Japanese cuisine. You will be responsible for preparing various Japanese dishes, ensuring quality and presentation standards while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and is eager to learn traditional culinary methods.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a restaurant or with Japanese cooking techniques preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn traditional and modern Japanese culinary methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items using traditional Japanese cooking techniques.
• Assist chefs with prep work, knife work, and food preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

Time management

Job description

ob Title: Line Cook – (Sushi & Robatayaki)
Location:1522 Locust st Philadelphia pa 19102
Job Type: [Full-Time/Part-Time]

Job Summary:
[Kissho House] is seeking a skilled and motivated Line Cook with experience or a strong interest in Japanese cuisine, robatayaki (Japanese charcoal grill). As part of our kitchen team, you will prepare high-quality dishes with precision, uphold traditional techniques, and ensure smooth execution during service. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about Japanese culinary culture and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items including, Pickling, Fry, steaming, sauce, pastry, grilled, and other.
• Assist chefs with prep work, knife work, rice handling, and fish/meat butchery (training available if needed)
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment
• Follow traditional Japanese cooking techniques and presentation standards
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes and quality guidelines
• Set up and maintain a clean and organized station with all necessary ingredients and tools
• Follow proper food safety and hygiene practices at all times
• Communicate with the kitchen team to ensure accurate and timely service
• Assist with daily prep, cleaning, and closing duties

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a restaurant or with Japanese cooking techniques is preferred.
• Strong knife skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to traditional and modern Japanese culinary methods
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen with attention to detail
• Team player with strong communication and time management skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• preferred skills: Previous experience in a Japanese restaurant or with Japanese cooking techniques .
• charcoal grill/ Yakitori experience is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week