Sushi Commis: Michelin Edomae Training & Mentorship

J-1 Connect Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Michelin-level sushi training

chef mentorship

Edomae technique

Japanese seafood exposure

cultural exchange

staff meals where applicable

Job summary

KOSAKA in New York offers a supervised training opportunity focused on Edomae sushi discipline, mise en place, and precise counter execution. The program emphasizes learning through hands-on practice, feedback, and cultural exchange with a Michelin-starred kitchen team.

The participant will train under skilled chefs, gaining exposure to sashimi, nigiri, otsumami, and refined omakase service while developing professional communication and flawless handling of ingredients.

Qualifications

• Must be a recent culinary program graduate or equivalent.
• Internships, stages, or fine-dining exposure preferred.
• Candidate should be coachable, punctual, adaptable, organized and respectful.

Responsibilities

• Train in mise en place, seafood handling, and rice preparation.
• Learn ingredient storage, sanitation, station readiness, and service timing.
• Develop chef communication skills and discipline for omakase counter execution.
• Contribute to quality control and refined plating in a Michelin-level setting.

Skills

Knife skills

Mise en place discipline

Sanitation awareness

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Quiet communication with chefs

Education

Recent culinary program graduate

Graduate from gastronomy/hospitality or related program

Job description

KOSAKA in New York offers a supervised training opportunity focused on Edomae sushi discipline, mise en place, and precise counter execution. The program emphasizes learning through hands-on practice, feedback, and cultural exchange with a Michelin-starred kitchen team.

The participant will train under skilled chefs, gaining exposure to sashimi, nigiri, otsumami, and refined omakase service while developing professional communication and flawless handling of ingredients.