Sushi Team Leader: Hands-On Kiosk Coach

Hana Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Brands seeks an on-site Sushi Team Leader to run the kiosk, manage daily execution, and lead a small team of cooks on the production line. You will handle scheduling, ordering, and uphold food safety while serving as the main point of contact for store partners and customers.

The role is hands-on, working alongside the team to ensure quality, portion control, and compliance with company standards in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on sushi preparation and portioning
• Solid knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Strong people skills to lead and develop a small team
• Effective ordering, inventory, and waste control
• Ability to communicate recipes and production guides in English
• Experience running a kiosk or small food service location preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through daily operational and marketing execution.
• Manage ordering and inventory to keep the assortment while controlling waste and cost.
• Review production and sales data to adjust production plans.
• Schedule the team and ensure schedule adherence.
• Train and develop Sushi Prep Cooks and Sushi Line Cooks to company standards.
• Coach and evaluate team members and recruit new staff.
• Prepare sushi and complete ingredient prep alongside the team, ensuring quality and safety.

Skills

Hands-on sushi

Food safety

Leadership

Scheduling

Inventory management

Waste control

Customer service

Education

Food handler certification

Job description

Hana Brands seeks an on-site Sushi Team Leader to run the kiosk, manage daily execution, and lead a small team of cooks on the production line. You will handle scheduling, ordering, and uphold food safety while serving as the main point of contact for store partners and customers.

The role is hands-on, working alongside the team to ensure quality, portion control, and compliance with company standards in a fast-paced retail environment.