Sushi Line Cook: Lead Prep & Train New Cooks

Hana Brands; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands is seeking an experienced Sushi Line Cook for our retail kiosk in Raleigh. You will produce the full sushi assortment to our quality standards, ensuring proper portions, presentation, and food safety while working alongside the kiosk team.

You will train new Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, specifications, and safety procedures, while monitoring waste and keeping products available for customers in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on food prep experience in restaurant/kitchen setting.
• Strong knife skills and portioning abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.
• Ability to understand recipes, product labels, and kitchen communications in English.

Responsibilities

• Produce full sushi assortment including specialty and higher complexity items to quality standards.
• Slice and portion fish from pre-portioned fillets and saku blocks; prep vegetables for rolls and garnishes.
• Prepare sushi rice and other ingredients according to recipes and specs.
• Train new Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, specs, and safety procedures; provide feedback.
• Monitor production levels and ingredient usage to minimize waste and ensure availability.
• Follow production guides, labeling requirements, and food safety procedures.
• Inspect ingredients before use and report quality concerns to Sushi Team Leader.
• Maintain clean, organized, and customer-ready kiosk workspace.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety

English (communication)

Team training

Job description

Hana Brands is seeking an experienced Sushi Line Cook for our retail kiosk in Raleigh. You will produce the full sushi assortment to our quality standards, ensuring proper portions, presentation, and food safety while working alongside the kiosk team.

You will train new Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, specifications, and safety procedures, while monitoring waste and keeping products available for customers in a fast-paced setting.