Sushi Line Cook & Production Specialist

Hana Group; Florida; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands in Florida operates a fast-paced kiosk and is hiring an experienced Sushi Line Cook to produce the full sushi assortment to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.

The role reports to the Sushi Team Leader and involves training newer Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, and safety procedures while ensuring consistent production and waste control on the line.

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; 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 food safety instructions in English.
• Willingness to train and support newer cooks.

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

Sushi prep

Food safety

English proficiency

Training others

Customer service

Job description

Hana Brands in Florida operates a fast-paced kiosk and is hiring an experienced Sushi Line Cook to produce the full sushi assortment to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.

The role reports to the Sushi Team Leader and involves training newer Sushi Prep Cooks on knife technique, recipes, and safety procedures while ensuring consistent production and waste control on the line.