Sushi Line Cook: Craft Specialty Rolls & Train Peers

Hana Brands; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands is seeking a Sushi Line Cook for its kiosk, a hands-on role producing the full sushi assortment with an emphasis on quality, portion control, and food safety. You will train newer Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique and recipes while working alongside the kiosk team to maintain steady production and minimal waste.

You will slice pre-portioned fish, prepare rice and ingredients to specification, and ensure friendly, professional service to customers in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on food preparation experience in a restaurant kitchen, deli, prepared foods department, or food production environment.
• Solid knife skills and consistent portioning; garde manger, butchery, deli, or high-volume prep transfer well; sushi experience preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Ability to understand recipes, product labels, production guides, and safety instructions in English.
• Ability to stay organized, work efficiently, and use sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to train and support newer cooks.
• Current food handler certification, or ability to obtain one within the required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Produce the full sushi assortment, including specialty and higher-complexity items, to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
• Slice and portion fish from pre-portioned fillets and saku blocks, and prep vegetables for rolls and garnishes.
• Prepare sushi rice and other ingredients according to company recipes and specifications.
• Train new Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, specifications, and food safety procedures, checking their work and providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Monitor production levels and ingredient usage to keep products available while controlling waste.
• Follow production guides, recipes, labeling requirements, and food safety procedures.
• Inspect ingredients before use and report quality concerns to the Sushi Team Leader.
• Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, workstations, and food-contact surfaces, and keep the kiosk clean, organized, stocked, and customer-ready.
• Report equipment, product quality, or safety concerns to the Sushi Team Leader or manager on duty.
• Greet customers, answer product questions, and provide friendly, professional service.

Skills

Knife Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety

English Proficiency

Training Others

Job description

Hana Brands is seeking a Sushi Line Cook for its kiosk, a hands-on role producing the full sushi assortment with an emphasis on quality, portion control, and food safety. You will train newer Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique and recipes while working alongside the kiosk team to maintain steady production and minimal waste.

You will slice pre-portioned fish, prepare rice and ingredients to specification, and ensure friendly, professional service to customers in a fast-paced retail setting.