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sushi head chef

Sushi Chef — Solid Skills, Willing to Grow | Williamsburg, Brooklyn | $20–$25/hr We are a newly opened, 13-seat Japanese open-kitchen restaurant in Williamsburg, offering a chef’s tasting menu with sushi and warm dishes. Though we operate in an omakase-style format, we’re not looking for an Omakase master — just a solid sushi chef who can handle a station and is eager to grow. If you’re confident at the sushi bar and want to level up in a supportive team, this is the place for you. Job Duties • Handle daily sushi bar routines: prep, service, cleaning, and organization, • Manage inventory control & vendor ordering (with support from the team), • Contribute ideas for seasonal menus and specials, • Share tasks across the restaurant — we’re a small team and support each other Requirements • Experience managing a sushi station, • No omakase experience required, but willing to learn new techniques, • Comfortable with both modern and traditional styles, • Team-oriented, dependable, and clean, • Basic English communication with guests and teammates, • Young chefs looking to learn and grow are welcome Growth & Learning • Opportunity to develop your craft with direct input from the head chef, • Work in a setting that combines sushi and modern Japanese hot dishes, • Play a key role in building seasonal tasting menus, • Clear path to grow into a lead role in the sushi program Compensation & Schedule • Competitive hourly rate based on experience (to be discussed at interview), • 6 days per week, 8–10 hours per day (depending on reservations) This is a great opportunity for a young chef who wants to grow, support a team, and take pride in building something together. We’re not just looking for someone to clock in and out. If you have good hands, a good heart, and the right attitude, we’d love to meet you.

Osakana is a specialty Japanese fish market and to-go sushi shop located in the heart of the East Village. We are dedicated to offering high-quality seafood and thoughtfully prepared sushi, while delivering warm, reliable service to our community. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented team members who take pride in their work and enjoy a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities • Assist with basic fish handling, including trimming, portioning, and packaging, • Support the preparation and assembly of to-go sushi items (rolls, donburi, sashimi packs, etc.), • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, • Provide friendly and professional customer service at the counter, • Operate the register accurately and efficiently, • Restock display cases and assist with inventory and product rotation, • Receive and inspect deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy, • Follow store procedures, food safety protocols, and daily operational checklists, • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient workflow Qualifications Required • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions, • Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, • High standard of hygiene and food safety awareness, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn Preferred • Experience in seafood handling, fish markets, or food service, • Basic knife skills or kitchen prep experience Customer service or retail experience • English and/or Japanese communication ability, • Interest in Japanese cuisine or seafood

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Required Years of Experience 0-1 years Job Details Key Responsibilities: Preparation: Slice fish, cut vegetables, cook and season sushi rice, and assemble various sushi/sashimi items. Quality Control: Inspect ingredients for freshness, maintain portion sizes, and ensure consistent quality/presentation. Hygiene & Safety: Keep sushi bar, equipment, and workstation spotless; adhere to all health codes (ServSafe). Inventory & Stock: Monitor food stock, rotate, label, and order supplies (fish, produce, rice). Team Collaboration: Communicate with rest of staff for special requests/allergies, coordinate with other kitchen staff. Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($18.00) Required Skills Open to Learn minimal experience Ready to train hard working ready to adapt