Description
Unsukay Restaurants is looking for a line cook with sushi expierince for its private sushi restaurant!
At Unsukay we take what we do seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. We believe that people matter most and we treat our motley crew like human beings, not faceless, nameless cogs in a machine that churns out unimaginative food like some sort of culinary assembly line. Our seasonal menus follow one mantra, “You can't argue with delicious!”
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dependable, experienced Line Cook / Sushi Apprentice with proven sushi rolling skills to join our kitchen team. Our operation includes a 28-seat sushi restaurant and a separate private dining room for banquets and special events.
You would work directly under the direction of the Head Sushi Chef and assists with daily kitchen operations, sushi preparation, line cooking, food preparation, and banquet execution.
This is a hands-on position requiring strong cooking skills, organization, attention to detail, and a commitment to teamwork. All kitchen team members are expected to share dishwashing, cleaning, and general kitchen duties to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Sushi Preparation & Line Cooking
Roll sushi proficiently and prepare sushi rice, fillings, garnishes, and ingredients.
Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
Complete daily food preparation and maintain properly stocked stations.
Follow the Head Sushi Chef's direction regarding food quality, presentation, preparation, and kitchen procedures.
Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature controls.
Kitchen Operations & Teamwork
Help coordinate kitchen workflow and ensure timely, consistent food service.
Support the Head Sushi Chef in maintaining kitchen standards and daily operations.
Communicate effectively with the Head Sushi Chef and other team members.
Assist with inventory rotation, prep lists, and reporting shortages.
Maintain a professional, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.
Sanitation and Kitchen Organization
Share dishwashing responsibilities with the entire kitchen team.
Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment throughout the shift.
Keep the dish area organized and prevent dirty dishes from accumulating.
Proper Sanitation Practices
Clean and sanitize workstations, counters, cutting boards, equipment, sinks, and floors.
Complete assigned opening, closing, and deep-cleaning duties.
Help ensure all kitchen areas are clean, organized, and ready for the next service.
Banquet & Private Event Support
Assist with food preparation and execution for private events in the separate dining room.
Prepare ingredients and organize production according to event menus and guest counts.
Assist with plating, presentation, and timely banquet service.
Support event breakdown, dishwashing, and cleanup.
Balance restaurant service and banquet responsibilities while maintaining quality and cleanliness.
Required Qualifications
Proven sushi rolling skills are required.
Previous experience as a lead line cook or experienced line cook.
Strong cooking, food preparation, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage.
Willingness to perform all kitchen duties, including shared dishwashing and cleaning.
Ability to work efficiently during restaurant service and private events.
Dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and team-focused.
WHAT WE'RE OFFERING
$22-$26 per hour, based on experience
Flexible schedule
Trust, sincerity and transparency
Artistic interpretations of The Dude
Paid time off!
401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions from us
Health insurance with a generous monthly employer contribution (with optional vision and dental)
Company paid life insurance
Company paid short and long-term disability insurance (AKA: If you're legitimately unable to work during a period of time, you will still have a portion of your income.)
Every year you're with us - you get a cash bonus…forever!
Employee dining discount at all locations
Opportunity for advancement: over 50% of our salaried employees were promoted from within Unsukay.
A company who truly supports people in the restaurant industry. Unsukay co-founded the Giving Kitchen, a non-profit that provides emergency assistance to food service workers.
A company who actively supports charities in our community. Unsukay has helped local charities raise over $3,000,000 in the last 10 years to support worthy causes.
If you believe you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to considering a broad range of candidates, including those with diverse work experience and backgrounds.
P.S. You've heard it from us, but if you'd like to hear from our folks about why they love working for Unsukay, visit: unsukay.com/join-our-team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
Briefly list your experience with sushi
Briefly list your experience as a line cook
Work Location: In person