Sushi Prep Cook: Learn Knife Skills & Rolling

Hana Brands; Westport, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands in Westport, CT is seeking a Sushi Prep Cook. This entry-point role develops knife skills, sushi rice preparation, fish prep, and rigorous food-safety practices.

You will work under pressure to maintain restaurant quality during busy periods, ensure ingredients meet high standards, and support the kitchen team.

Greet customers, assist with prep and plating as needed, and uphold company values in a fast-paced retail/food-service environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of food handling experience; sushi rolling experience preferred
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Valid food handler’s license, with sound knowledge of food safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Cutting, slicing and filleting different types of fish and vegetables
• Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish used to prepare sushi dishes and informing the STL when quality is sub-standard
• Preparing various types of sushi dishes according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety
• Maintaining a clean work environment in order to prevent food contamination
• Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty
• Sterilizing all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use
• Greeting and communicating with customers to ensure that they feel valued as our customer

Skills

People Skills

Core Culinary Skills

Product Knowledge

Quality and Food Safety

Profit Knowledge and Waste Control

Education

Food handling experience

Tools

Sushi knives

Rice preparation

Job description

Hana Brands in Westport, CT is seeking a Sushi Prep Cook. This entry-point role develops knife skills, sushi rice preparation, fish prep, and rigorous food-safety practices.

You will work under pressure to maintain restaurant quality during busy periods, ensure ingredients meet high standards, and support the kitchen team.

Greet customers, assist with prep and plating as needed, and uphold company values in a fast-paced retail/food-service environment.