Sushi Prep Assistant

99 Ranch Market; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Job summary

99 Ranch Market is seeking a detail-oriented Sushi Prep Assistant to support our Sushi Chefs with rice and ingredient preparation, assembly, and station cleanliness. This role offers hands-on experience in sushi production and growth opportunities within a large Asian supermarket family.

Location is Torrance, CA with full-time and part-time shifts. Duties include precise cutting, portion control, sanitation, and TV-style daily prep to ensure smooth daily production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid Food Preparation / Food Handler Certificate is required prior to starting.
• Basic knife skills with a willingness to learn.
• Able to stay organized in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Sushi ingredient preparation: wash, peel, and cut vegetables; prepare garnishes.
• Rice preparation: cook, season, and handle sushi rice per SOPs.
• Chef support: assist with ingredient prep, restocking, and assembly.
• Food portioning: weigh and portion ingredients accurately per recipes.
• Food safety & sanitation: follow safety regs and prevent cross-contamination.
• Kitchen cleaning: keep prep tables, boards, and equipment clean.
• Inventory & waste control: assist with receiving, FIFO, and minimizing waste.
• Production support: complete prep tasks to ensure chefs have needed ingredients.

Skills

Knife skills

Pace & adaptability

Attention to detail

Cleanliness & food safety

Teamwork & reliability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sushi Prep Assistant

99 Ranch Market is one of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the United States. We have store locations in California, Nevada, Texas, Washington, Oregon, Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia, New Jersey and more to come! We are passionate and honored to be shaping the Asian Supermarket culture within the grocery industry. As 99 Ranch Market expends, we have new positions open. We welcome new members to grow alongside with the family.

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and eager-to-learn Sushi Prep Assistant to support our Sushi Chefs. In this role, you will assist with sushi rice preparation, vegetable cutting, ingredient preparation and portioning, basic assembly, and maintaining a clean and organized sushi station. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience in sushi preparation.

Responsibilities

• Sushi Ingredient Preparation: Wash, peel, and precisely cut vegetables such as cucumbers, avocados, and carrots, and prepare garnishes and other ingredients for sushi production.


• Rice Preparation: Cook, season, and handle sushi rice according to company recipes, SOPs, and temperature guidelines.


• Chef Support: Assist Sushi Chefs with ingredient preparation, restocking, basic assembly, and other assigned production support tasks.


• Food Portioning: Accurately weigh and portion ingredients according to recipes and production standards to ensure consistency and control waste.


• Food Safety & Sanitation: Follow all applicable food safety and health regulations, including proper handling, storage, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.


• Kitchen Cleaning: Maintain clean and sanitized sushi prep tables, cutting boards, rice cookers, utensils, and other assigned equipment throughout the shift.


• Inventory & Waste Control: Assist with receiving and organizing ingredients, follow FIFO requirements, and minimize food waste through proper preparation, portioning, and storage.


• Production Support: Complete assigned prep and production support tasks efficiently to ensure Sushi Chefs have the ingredients and supplies needed for daily production.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.


• Experience: Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is preferred but not required. Entry-level candidates who are willing to learn are welcome. Formal culinary education or training may be considered in lieu of professional kitchen experience.


• Mandatory Certification: A valid Food Preparation Certificate / Food Handler Certificate is required prior to starting.


• Knife Skills: Basic knife skills with a willingness to learn and develop safe, precise cutting techniques.


• Pace & Adaptability: Ability to stay organized, work efficiently, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.


• Attention to Detail: Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, food preparation procedures, and quality requirements accurately.


• Cleanliness & Food Safety: Strong commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.


• Teamwork & Reliability: Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions and work effectively with Sushi Chefs and other team members.


• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• This job requires the ability to perform the following essential functions:


• Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• This job is performed in a production environment that may have exposure to heat, noise, and other environmental factors associated with food production.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time & Part-Time.


• Facility Location:
  
  
  
  • 19100 Harborgate Way, Torrance, CA 90501.
  
  
  • Other nearby 99 Ranch locations.
  
  
  
  


• Schedules:
  
  
  
  • Standard Shifts: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
  
  
  • 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
  
  
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.


• 401 (k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match.


• Long-Term Services Award.


• Employee Discount.


• Paid Time Off.

Compensation

The pay rate for this job is $24 per hour.

Tawa Group dba 99 Ranch Market, is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.