Sushi Operations Lead — Hands-On & Impactful

Hana Group; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands is seeking a Sushi Team Leader to supervise daily sushi operations at our kiosk locations. You will manage schedules, order ingredients, ensure food safety, and train Sushi Chefs.

This hands-on leader will actively participate in food prep and maintain a clean, customer-ready environment while upholding brand standards. In addition to leadership duties, you will be a primary contact for customer and client communication, ensuring a positive experience and consistently meeting company

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in the food service industry; sushi rolling experience required.
• Excellent knife skills - able to cut large fish for sashimi & nigiri and prep vegetables for common rolls & garnish.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Demonstrated professionalism in front of customers and coworkers
• Valid food handler’s license, with expert knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to stand for long periods and work under pressure
• Align with the company mission and core values

Responsibilities

• Driving sales through operations and marketing execution
• Controlling profit and loss by monitoring inventory management and business analysis
• Understand food waste and costs and how they impact kiosk goals
• Train and develop the team to meet company goals and expectations
• Create sushi rolls per guideline and ensure quality, portion size and presentation
• Prepare various sushi dishes according to company guidelines on quality and safety
• Inspect fruit, vegetables and fish quality and report sub-standard items
• Lead by example in customer service and maintain customer/client communications
• Coaching employees on policies and expectations
• Recruit talent and lead team members in line with company culture
• Maintain a clean work environment to prevent contamination

Skills

People Skills

Culinary Skills

Product Knowledge

Quality and Food Safety

Profit Knowledge

Waste Control

Job description

Hana Brands is seeking a Sushi Team Leader to supervise daily sushi operations at our kiosk locations. You will manage schedules, order ingredients, ensure food safety, and train Sushi Chefs.

This hands-on leader will actively participate in food prep and maintain a clean, customer-ready environment while upholding brand standards. In addition to leadership duties, you will be a primary contact for customer and client communication, ensuring a positive experience and consistently meeting company