Sushi Prep Apprentice: Fast-Paced Kitchen Learning

Wegmans; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Higher premium pay for overtime/holyd/

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking a prep cook to support sushi preparation and customer service in our store. You will learn traditional techniques from experienced sushi chefs and contribute to high-quality, made-to-order items in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain hands-on skills in ingredients, rice preparation, and plating, while maintaining safety and sanitation standards. This role emphasizes teamwork and delighting customers with fresh sushi offerings.

Qualifications

• Food preparation experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while multi-tasking.
• Experience as a Prep Cook or apprentice cook is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients: slice fish, cut vegetables, make sushi rice.
• Assist in making rolls, nigiri, sashimi per recipes and standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety compliance.
• Work efficiently to ensure timely preparation.
• Uphold presentation quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Food preparation

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced environment

Education

Associate - Culinary Arts

Tools

Rice cooker

Job description

Wegmans is seeking a prep cook to support sushi preparation and customer service in our store. You will learn traditional techniques from experienced sushi chefs and contribute to high-quality, made-to-order items in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain hands-on skills in ingredients, rice preparation, and plating, while maintaining safety and sanitation standards. This role emphasizes teamwork and delighting customers with fresh sushi offerings.