Sushi Cook

Scratch Restaurants Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

PTO after 60 days

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Sushi by Scratch Restaurants in New York seeks a disciplined sushi cook who pays attention to detail and takes pride in clean work, with growth through technique and mentorship.

You’ll execute recipes, maintain a clean station, and uphold SBS standards while supporting daily service with focus and hospitality.

Compensation is $60,000–$70,000 per year plus a full benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, PTO after 60 days and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Sushi rice production, sauces, fish storage, and rotation.
• Bringing a positive attitude and respect for hospitality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clean as you go

Discipline

Pride in craft

Teamwork

Positivity

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

ServSafe 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

Compensation $60,000–$70,000 / year**

And additional benefits and perks

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.