Sushi Cook

Hyatt Regency; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Referral bonuses

Free & discounted room nights

Paid time off

Healthcare FSA

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Retail discounts

Job summary

Hyatt Regency New Orleans seeks an experienced Sushi Cook to prepare and present high-quality sushi, sashimi, and rolls for restaurant service and large banquets. You will contribute to exceptional guest experiences while upholding Hyatt standards in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.

The role supports the culinary team in delivering consistent, safe, and visually appealing sushi offerings for events and in-house dining, with collaboration across kitchen sections and front-of-house staff.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional sushi cooking experience.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi techniques.
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper seafood handling.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Team-focused attitude with strong communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, rolls, and related items per recipes and standards.
• Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation meet Hyatt expectations.
• Safely handle and store seafood following food safety guidelines.
• Set up and maintain sushi station cleanliness and organization.
• Maintain knife care and workstation sanitation.
• Communicate with kitchen leadership and front-of-house teams.
• Assist with inventory, prep work, and restocking as needed.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Support a collaborative, team-oriented kitchen environment.

Skills

Sushi cooking

Knife skills

High-volume kitchen

Team communication

Food safety knowledge

Flexible schedule

Job description

Summary

The Sushi Cook is responsible for the preparation, presentation, and execution of high-quality sushi, sashimi, rolls, and other Japanese-inspired menu offerings for both restaurant service and large-scale banquet, convention, and catering events. This position supports the culinary team in delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, safety, and presentation in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality environment.

Organization- Hyatt Regency New Orleans

The Sushi Cook is responsible for the preparation, presentation, and execution of high-quality sushi, sashimi, rolls, and other Japanese-inspired menu offerings for both restaurant service and large-scale banquet, convention, and catering events. This position supports the culinary team in delivering exceptional guest experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, safety, and presentation in a fast-paced, high-volume hospitality environment. In addition to à la carte restaurant service, the Sushi Cook plays a key role in preparing and executing sushi offerings for large conventions, VIP functions, receptions, and special events throughout the hotel.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, rolls, and related menu items according to established recipes and standards
• Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation meet Hyatt brand expectations
• Safely handle and store seafood and ingredients following food safety guidelines
• Set up and maintain the sushi station for service, ensuring cleanliness and organization
• Maintain proper knife care and workstation sanitation
• Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and front‑of‑house teams
• Assist with inventory, prep work, and restocking as needed
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Support a collaborative, team‑oriented kitchen environment

Benefits Include

• Career Growth and Advancement – Hyatt believes strongly in promoting from within. We offer training, skill development, and career mobility with opportunities to grow at every level
• Affordable Benefits after 30 days – Full‑time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, and STD coverage
• Referral Bonuses up to $500 – Bring great people to our team and get rewarded
• Free and Discounted Room Nights at Hyatt hotels around the world
• Paid Time Off – Holiday pay, new child leave, and personal days
• Healthcare FSA – Save on eligible medical expenses
• Financial Perks – 401(k) with company match and discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 emotional support, legal guidance, and personal & financial resources
• Retail Discounts – Savings at Headspace, Apple, AT&T, Verizon, and more

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of professional sushi cooking experience required
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi preparation techniques
• Experience working in a high‑volume restaurant or hotel kitchen preferred
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper seafood handling
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality
• Team‑focused attitude with strong communication skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• A passion for culinary excellence and delivering memorable guest experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.