Master Sushi Cook - Precision, Presentation & Fresh Flavors

The Avra Group; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avra Group is hiring a Sushi Cook in Boston, MA to prepare high-quality sushi and Japanese dishes in line with restaurant standards. The ideal candidate is skilled in sushi prep, knife work, and has deep knowledge of fish, rice, and traditional methods.

You will collaborate with kitchen staff, ensure freshness, plate with precision, and follow health and safety regulations. This full-time role requires availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays, with an hourly salary range of $16 to

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sushi Cook or in a Japanese kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi preparation techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and handling raw seafood.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki rolls, and other Japanese dishes according to the restaurant’s menu and recipes.
• Ensure that all ingredients, including fish and rice, are fresh and handled with care to maintain the highest quality.
• Maintain excellent knife skills, including filleting fish and preparing cuts of seafood for sushi.
• Ensure that all sushi dishes are beautifully presented, with attention to detail in garnishing, cutting, and arrangement.
• Maintain consistency in portion sizes and presentation to uphold restaurant standards.
• Follow all health and safety regulations to ensure that food is handled, stored, and prepared in a clean and safe environment.
• Maintain cleanliness in the sushi station, including sanitizing cutting boards, knives, and other tools regularly.
• Monitor ingredient levels, especially perishable items such as seafood, and communicate any restocking needs to the kitchen manager.
• Ensure that all ingredients are stored properly to preserve freshness and quality.
• Work closely with kitchen staff and management to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely delivery of orders.
• Assist in prepping ingredients and maintaining an organized sushi station.

Skills

Knife skills

Sushi knowledge

Detail oriented

Fast-paced environment

Job description

The Avra Group is hiring a Sushi Cook in Boston, MA to prepare high-quality sushi and Japanese dishes in line with restaurant standards. The ideal candidate is skilled in sushi prep, knife work, and has deep knowledge of fish, rice, and traditional methods.

You will collaborate with kitchen staff, ensure freshness, plate with precision, and follow health and safety regulations. This full-time role requires availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays, with an hourly salary range of $16 to