Sushi Team Lead: Hands-On Ops & Quality Coach

Hana Brands; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands seeks a Sushi Team Leader to supervise on-site sushi operations at our kiosk. You will oversee scheduling, ingredient prep, food safety compliance, and training of Sushi Chefs while actively preparing sushi and maintaining a clean, customer-ready environment.

You will lead by example in customer interactions, uphold brand standards, and recruit and coach team members to meet company goals. Requires 3+ years in food service with sushi experience and a valid food handler’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 3 years in the food service industry with sushi rolling experience.
• Excellent knife skills; capable of cutting large fish for sashimi and nigiri, prepping vegetables for rolls and garnish.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Professionalism in front of customers and respect for co-workers.
• Valid food handler’s license with expert knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through operations and marketing execution.
• Monitor inventory management and business analysis to control profit and loss.
• Understand and manage food waste and costs to meet kiosk goals.
• Train and develop the team to meet company goals and expectations.
• Adhere to training guides, create rolls according to guidelines.
• Prepare various sushi dishes according to company quality, portion size and safety standards.
• Inspect quality of fruits, vegetables, and fish and report sub-standard items.
• Lead by example in customer service and communicate with customers and clients.
• Coach and evaluate employees on company policy and expectations.
• Recruit talent and lead team members aligned to culture.
• Maintain a clean work environment to prevent contamination.

Skills

People skills

Culinary skills

Product knowledge

Quality & food safety

Profit knowledge & waste control

Job description

Hana Brands seeks a Sushi Team Leader to supervise on-site sushi operations at our kiosk. You will oversee scheduling, ingredient prep, food safety compliance, and training of Sushi Chefs while actively preparing sushi and maintaining a clean, customer-ready environment.

You will lead by example in customer interactions, uphold brand standards, and recruit and coach team members to meet company goals. Requires 3+ years in food service with sushi experience and a valid food handler’s license.