Sushi Prep Cook

Wegmans; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Higher premium pay rates for overtime,

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell Employee & Family program

Job summary

Wegmans in New Jersey is seeking a sushi prep associate to help prepare fresh, high-quality sushi rolls and assist with made-to-order requests. You'll learn from experienced sushi chefs in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities include preparing ingredients (slicing fish, cutting vegetables, making sushi rice), assembling rolls and nigiri, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety, and delivering presentation-quality items while ensuring guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, including slicing fish, cutting vegetables, and making sushi rice
• Assist in making sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items according to recipes and presentation standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely preparation
• Uphold excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction

Skills

Sushi preparation

Food safety

Customer service

Job description

Job Overview

Bring your love for sushi, and we'll teach you the rest! In this role, you will help prepare fresh, high-quality sushi rolls to be sold in our store, as well as help customers with any made‑to‑order or special requests. You will work alongside experienced sushi chefs, learning traditional techniques and perfecting your craft in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients, including slicing fish, cutting vegetables, and making sushi rice
• Assist in making sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items according to recipes and presentation standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring timely preparation
• Uphold excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks

Benefits

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work‑life and financial wellness

Work Environment

The physical demands of this work are classified as medium. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive hand and arm movements including forceful pinching and gripping as well as awkward and forceful postures of the wrist, bending, reaching, frequent lifting, and occasional heavy lifting, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast‑paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds rarely. Upper extremity repetition is moderate to moderately high and trunk movement involves moderate twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction). The work environment is indoors with exposure to cold (33 – 55 degrees) temperatures near hot equipment (exceeds 135 degrees). Basic tools and equipment used include common cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment, rice cooker, fryer, mechanical wrapping equipment, packaging supplies.

Associate - Culinary Arts; Food preparation experience; Experience working as a Prep Cook / apprentice cook