Sushi Line Cook

Wegmans; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health care benefits

Scholarship program

LiveWell wellness program

Job summary

Wegmans in Amherst, NY is seeking a sushi prep teammate to assist in preparing fresh sushi, nigiri, and rolls for in-store customers. You will learn traditional techniques from experienced sushi chefs in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Applicants should have 1+ year kitchen experience, basic knife skills, and a willingness to grow in a culinary setting. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within a mission-driven company.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of kitchen experience, preferably in a sushi or Japanese restaurant.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with sushi products.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a culinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, including slicing fish, cutting vegetables, and making sushi rice.
• Assist in making sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely preparation.
• Uphold excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Sushi familiarity

Knife skills

Customer service

Job description

Schedule: Full time

Availability: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). Shifts start as early as 5am

Age Requirement: 18 years or older

Location: Amherst, NY

Address: 675 Alberta Drive

Pay: $18.50 - $19.50 / hour

Job Posting: 10/27/2026

Job Posting End: 11/15/2026

Job ID: R0301327

In this role, you will help prepare fresh, high-quality sushi rolls to be sold in our store, as well as help customers with any made-to-order or special requests. You will work alongside experienced sushi chefs, learning traditional techniques and perfecting your craft in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients, including slicing fish, cutting vegetables, and making sushi rice

• Assist in making sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items according to recipes and presentation standards

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely preparation

• Uphold excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction

Requirements:

• 1+ years of kitchen experience, preferably in a sushi or Japanese restaurant

• Basic knife skills and familiarity with sushi products

• Willingness to learn and grow in a culinary setting

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life

2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday

3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you

4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match

5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals

6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life

2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday

3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you

4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match

5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals

6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Wegmans is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without discrimination due to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, military leave or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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