What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chef/Sushi Roller position at Sushi Counter?
Job Summary
We're looking for a full-time Sushi Roller to join our tight-knit kitchen team!
The role is hands-on, the food is fresh, and we'll teach you everything you need to know.
No professional experience required - just bring a great attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. We're serious about doing things right and following systems, but we also keep things fun and supportive.
The role will be:
- Full-time (approx. 40 hours) spread over 4 days each week - get 3 days off!
- 4 days at one of our locations in NYC/Brooklyn
- $22/hour
- Start date ASAP beginning with fully paid training with our fantastic kitchen team
You'll be a great fit if you:
- Are reliable, show up on time and ready to go
- Work hard, stay focused, and don't cut corners
- Are good at working under pressure
- Have an open schedule, including ability to work on weekends
- Are proactive, self-motivated and take initiative
- Communicate clearly and solve problems as they come up
- Love being part of a collaborative team and creating good vibes
- Are eager to learn and open to feedback
- Are detail-oriented, follow systems and care about getting the details right
Responsibilities
- Prepare sushi rice and other simple ingredients according to established recipes and standards
- Roll sushi hand rolls for our customers in-store (we can teach you everything)
- Assist with prep in our central kitchen
- Maintain a clean workstation and ensure all food handling and safety guidelines are strictly followed
- Participate in inventory management, including tracking supplies and reporting shortages as needed
Qualifications
- NYC DOH Food Handler Preferred
- Knowledge of food safety standards and proper handling techniques in the food industry
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Hospitality-oriented mindset with a focus on customer service excellence
- Previous restaurant or food service experience is highly desirable
We're a small team that cares a lot about doing things properly, treating people well, and serving really good food. If that sounds like your kind of place, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22