Sushi/Kitchen Team Lead

8sian Signs, LLC; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on meals and store饭?

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Job summary

JAPANMART in Arcadia, CA is seeking a friendly Sushi/Kitchen Team Lead to support daily operations for our cooked foods and sushi section. You will assist with food prep, customer service, and maintaining a clean, efficient workspace in a fast-paced store.

The role requires 2+ years of supervisory experience in food and beverage or retail, sushi prep experience, and English fluency. Bilingual English/Japanese is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory experience in food and beverage operations and/or retail store environments.
• Sushi preparation experience required.
• Bilingual English/Japanese preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English; ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Food Handler Certification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sushi preparation and food assembly under JAPANMART quality standards.
• Follow instructions and guidance provided by the Executive Chef.
• Analyze and work on Profit & Loss (P&L) reports.
• Prepare ingredients with proper portion control and presentation.
• Prepare all cooked food items and ensure consistency, quality, and timely service.
• Monitor cooking times, food quality, and adherence to brand standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, temperature, storage, cross-contamination rules, and health department requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, restocking, and inventory checks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and storage spaces.
• Open and close kitchen procedures; support daily operations.
• Communicate effectively during busy periods and with JAPANMART team members.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Supervisory experience

English fluency

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JAPANMART, an authentic Japanese style convenience store, is seeking a friendly, reliable, and motivated JAPANMART Sushi/Kitchen Team Lead to support daily operations for our JAPANMART cooked foods and sushi section. Team members will assist with food preparation, customer service, and maintaining a clean and efficient workspace. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, delivering great service, and being part of a supportive team.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Employment Type: Full-Time (Hours worked per week to be 36-40 hours depending on business needs. Must be flexible with scheduling.)

Position: Sushi/Kitchen Team Lead

Industry: Food & Beverage

Work Location: 1107 S Baldwin Ave Ste. B, Arcadia, CA 91007

Shift & Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends, Holidays

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with sushi preparation and food assembly under JAPANMART quality standards
• Follow instructions and guidance provided by the Executive Chef
• Assist with analyzing and working on Profit & Loss (P&L) reports
• Prepare ingredients, including accurately portioning and cutting raw fish, according to JAPANMART recipes and quality standards, ensuring proper portion control and presentation
• Prepare all cooked food items, including as onigiri, soufflé pancakes, unagi bowls, and other JAPANMART menu offerings, while ensuring consistency, quality, and timely service
• Monitor cooking times, food quality, and adherence to brand standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, food temperature, storage, cross-contamination prevention, and health department requirements
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly
• Assist with packaging, labeling, restocking, product freshness checks, and inventory restocking
• Monitor kitchen supplies and report inventory shortages
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, prep areas, equipment, and storage spaces
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen procedures
• Maintain speed, efficiency, and accuracy during peak business hours
• Work collaboratively with JAPANMART team members to ensure smooth operations and order flow
• Communicate effectively during busy periods
• Support team members to maintain efficient operations
• Communicate effectively and provide friendly, professional customer service
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support daily operations

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of supervisory experience in food and beverage operations and/or retail store environments
• Sushi preparation experience required
• Basic understanding in a variety of technology systems including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and ability to learn and adapt to new systems quickly
• Basic understanding of reading and analyzing P&L reports
• Trained to operate cash registers accurately and efficiently
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Friendly, positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to stand for periods of time and work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and food quality
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team setting
• Bilingual (English/Japanese) is preferred but not required
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Food Handler Certification

Compensation

• $23.08 per hour

Benefits

• Employee discount on meals and store products
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off*
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance*
• Note: Candidates must meet, and continue to meet if employed, eligibility requirements for each benefit to qualify.

Submission Requirements

• Your resume
• A brief cover letter or introduction

Ada Statement

While performing duties, counter areas are often hot with steam from steam table and food vapors. Workspace is restricted and employees are generally expected to remain standing for long periods of time. Employees are expected to prepare hot and cold foods, safely use knives and other kitchen equipment, and work quickly while maintaining accuracy and quality standards. Employees must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, stand for up to four hours, and reach across counter tops measured at 36 inches to serve customers. Kitchen environments may be hot and noise levels are usually high; storage space is limited and shelving is high. Employees must be able to work in a fast‑paced work environment, have effective verbal communication skills, ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing priorities, and manage challenging or high‑pressure situations with composure.

8sian Signs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

8sian Signs, LLC maintains a drug‑free workplace and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.