Sushi Prep Cook

Hana Brands; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands is hiring a Sushi Prep Cook for our retail kiosk in New York. The entry-level role focuses on preparing sushi rice, pre-portioned fish, and core sushi items while following company recipes, standards, and food safety guidelines.

You will develop knife technique and sushi fundamentals on the job, gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced setting and contributing to daily production with a service-minded approach.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of food handling experience in a kitchen, deli, prepared foods department, or similar setting.
• Willingness to learn knife skills and sushi technique; training is provided.
• Ability to understand recipes, product labels, production guides, and food safety instructions in English.
• Current food handler certification, or ability to obtain one within required timeframe.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and respectful approach with customers, coworkers, and store leadership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rice and other ingredients according to company recipes and specifications.
• Slice and portion fish from pre-portioned fillets and saku blocks, and prep vegetables for rolls and garnishes.
• Produce the core sushi assortment to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
• 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

Food safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Description

The Sushi Prep Cook prepares sushi rice, ingredients, and the core sushi assortment in the kiosk, working to company recipes and specifications and to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety. Reporting to the Sushi Team Leader, this is a hands-on production role worked alongside experienced cooks.

This is an entry-level position and the company’s primary training role. The Sushi Prep Cook develops knife technique, sushi fundamentals, and food safety knowledge on the job while contributing to daily production.

All seafood arrives pre-portioned as fillets or saku blocks. There is no whole-fish butchery in the kiosks.

Key Competencies

Willingness to learn knife technique and sushi fundamentals, working knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, attention to recipe and presentation detail, reliability and organization in a fast-paced production environment, and a professional, service-minded approach with customers, teammates, and store partners.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rice and other ingredients according to company recipes and specifications.
• Slice and portion fish from pre-portioned fillets and saku blocks, and prep vegetables for rolls and garnishes.
• Produce the core sushi assortment to company standards for quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
• 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.

This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities for the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of food handling experience in a kitchen, deli, prepared foods department, or similar setting.
• Willingness to learn knife skills and sushi technique; training is provided.
• Ability to understand recipes, product labels, production guides, food safety instructions, and workplace communications in English.
• Current food handler certification, or the ability to obtain one within the required timeframe.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.
• A professional and respectful approach with customers, coworkers, and store leadership.
• Any sushi rolling or Japanese cuisine experience preferred.
• Experience in a deli, prepared foods, or high-volume prep environment preferred.
• Experience working directly with customers preferred.
• Commitment to company mission, values, and professional customer interactions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time while working in a retail sushi kiosk.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, and use hands and arms to handle food, tools, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm motions associated with food preparation.
• Ability to work around temperature changes, noise, water, and food production equipment.
• Ability to maintain the physical stamina required to complete food preparation, stocking, cleaning, and customer service responsibilities throughout the shift.

Hana Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer