Sushi Cook

Scratch Restaurants Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) + matching

PTO after 60 days

Employee discounts

Wellness resources

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants in Chicago is seeking a disciplined kitchen professional to execute recipes, maintain a clean station, and uphold SBS standards. You’ll contribute to high-standard service in a fast-paced, hospitality-driven environment.

Candidates must have 2+ years kitchen experience (fine dining or high-standard kitchens) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S.; ServSafe certification preferred or obtainable before starting; strong attention to detail and teamwork are

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen experience, fine dining or high-standard kitchens preferred.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler or ability to obtain before starting.
• Reliability, punctuality, and consistency in prep + service.

Responsibilities

• Executing recipes and techniques accurately.
• Keeping a clean, organized station.
• Learning and upholding SBS standards and systems.
• Supporting daily service with focus and professionalism.
• Working clean, orderly prep and maintaining quality.
• Managing sushi rice production, sauces, and fish storage.
• Bringing a positive attitude and respect for hospitality.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Hospitality mindset

Education

ServSafe Food Handler certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

If you’ve got the discipline, we’ve got the sushi dojo

If you’re the kind of sushi cook who pays attention, takes pride in clean work, and wants to grow through discipline and technique — you’ll fit in here.

Not because you’re perfect, but because you’re committed.

THE WHY

Sushi by Scratch believes that a team that is well taken care of will pay it forward to our guests, teammates and communities. Our goal is to support you so you can support those around you. We run organized kitchens, care about standards, communicate. We show up for each other day in and day out. Our culture is professional, focused, supportive and FUN!

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants sees the value in teaching, training, and knows that cooks become chefs through mentorship, guidance and commitment. Everyone here is working toward the same goal — consistency, craft, and great hospitality.

The expectation is simple: be prepared, be respectful, and bring pride to your work.

THE ROLE

You’ll be responsible for:

• Executing recipes and techniques accurately
• Keeping a clean, organized station
• Learning and upholding SBS standards and systems
• Supporting daily service with focus and professionalism
• Working clean, orderly prep and maintaining quality
• Sushi rice production, sauces, fish storage, and rotation
• Bringing a positive attitude and respect for hospitality

Non-Negotiables

• 2+ years of kitchen experience (fine dining or high-standard kitchens preferred)
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• High personal and professional standards
• Ability to work clean, organized, and efficiently
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler or ability to obtain before starting
• Reliability, punctuality, and consistency in prep + service
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow systems
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment

The Extras We Appreciate

• Experience in Michelin-level or similar kitchens
• Strong sushi fundamentals or Japanese cuisine background
• Jedi-level time management and station organization
• Curiosity about technique, ingredients, and craft
• Interest in mentoring or being a supportive teammate
• Comfort adapting to structured systems and evolving standards
• Familiarity with hospitality-driven service cadence
• Desire to contribute creatively as you grow

On top of that

For full time and part time that qualify you’ll get a full benefits package:

• 401(k) + matching
• Health, dental, vision
• PTO after 60 days
• Employee discounts
• Wellness resources
• Opportunities for advancement

If you want a kitchen that invests in you — not just your labor — we’d love to meet you.