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Momo Izakaya - Now Hiring: Sushi Cook
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Cook – Japanese Cuisine Department: Kitchen / Back of House Reports To: Sous Chef / Executive Chef Location: Momo Japanese Izakaya Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | HourlyPosition Overview: As a Cook in a Japanese Izakaya restaurant, you will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes that reflect the precision, balance, and seasonality of Japanese cuisine. This includes hot dishes, cold appetizers, sushi preparation, and specialty items such as ramen, robata, or tempura depending on the menu. Key Responsibilities: Prepare menu items to specification including grilled dishes, tempura, noodles, rice bowls, soups, and daily specials. Assist with sushi and sashimi prep as needed (based on skill level). Maintain organized and clean station during prep and service. Execute daily prep tasks including vegetable cutting, sauce making, and protein marination. Practice proper food handling, storage, and labeling according to health and safety standards. Communicate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service and proper ticket timing. Uphold presentation standards and portion sizes consistently. Ensure cleanliness and sanitization of workstation at all times. Support stock rotation, inventory control, and minimizing waste. Requirements & Qualifications: 1–3 years experience as a cook in a Japanese or Asian restaurant preferred. Basic knowledge of Japanese culinary techniques (e.g., knife work, dashi prep, tempura batter, grilling). Strong knife skills and understanding of kitchen hygiene practices. Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and plating guides. Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure in a busy kitchen. Team player with good communication skills. Physical Requirements: Stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8+ hours per shift). Lift up to 40–50 lbs as needed. Comfortable working in hot, fast-paced environments. Bonus Skills (Preferred but Not Required): Experience with binchotan grill, robatayaki, or yakitori-style cooking. Familiarity with sushi station or fish butchery. Ability to read or understand basic Japanese culinary terms. Formal culinary training.
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