Sushi Cook1

White Wolf Japanese Patisserie; Clawson (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Village Clawson is seeking a Sushi Cook to prepare sushi, sashimi, makizushi and hand rolls to our standards. You will handle seafood, vegetables, rice and sauces, ensuring freshness, quality and appealing presentation.

You will work with kitchen staff and service teams to maintain smooth operations in a fast-paced setting. Candidate should have sushi or Japanese cuisine experience, knife skills, and strong attention to detail, with reliable attendance and the ability to follow recipes and

Qualifications

• Previous sushi preparation or Japanese cuisine experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills and seafood handling knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and presentation standards.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, makizushi, nigiri, hand rolls per recipes and standards.
• Properly prepare, portion, and handle seafood, vegetables, rice, sauces.
• Maintain freshness, quality, and presentation for all products.
• Ensure all food preparation follows safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or quality concerns.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, cashiers, servers, and management.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Japanese cuisine

Knife skills

Seafood handling

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliability

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Noble Village Clawson
45 E 14 Mile Rd
Clawson, MI 48017, USA

Noble Village Clawson
45 E 14 Mile Rd
Clawson, MI 48017, USA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi, sashimi, makizushi, nigiri, hand rolls, and other Japanese cuisine items according to company recipes and standards
• Properly prepare, portion, and handle seafood, vegetables, rice, sauces, and additional ingredients
• Maintain freshness, quality, and presentation standards for all products
• Ensure all food preparation follows food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Monitor ingredient inventory levels and communicate shortages or quality concerns to management
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, equipment, storage areas, and preparation areas
• Properly label, rotate, and store products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures
• Assist with receiving and inspecting products and ingredients
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, cashiers, servers, and management to ensure smooth operations
• Provide friendly and professional customer service when interacting with guests
• Assist with preparing items for display cases, dine-in service, and takeout orders
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by management
• Assist with additional kitchen or culinary duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous sushi preparation or Japanese cuisine experience preferred
• Basic knife skills and seafood handling knowledge preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to follow recipes, specifications, and presentation standards
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• Food Handler certification preferred or required based on company policy

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in refrigerated and kitchen environments
• Ability to safely use knives and kitchen equipment

Work Environment

• Fast-paced kitchen and food service environment
• Frequent exposure to seafood, rice cookers, refrigeration equipment, and kitchen tools
• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs

Reporting Structure

The Sushi Cook reports to the Kitchen Section Lead, Culinary Manager, or designated management representative.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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