Sushi Sous Chef

Scratch Restaurants

$80K — $90K *
York, NY 14592In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of kitchen experience in fine dining or high-standard kitchens
  • Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
  • High personal and professional standards
  • Strong attention to detail and organization
  • Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Current ServSafe Food Handler certification or ability to obtain before starting

Responsibilities

  • Execute recipes and techniques accurately
  • Assist in ordering, inventory, and product receiving
  • Learn and adhere to SBS standards and systems
  • Support daily service with professionalism, acting in a leadership capacity when needed
  • Maintain cleanliness and quality in food preparation
  • Handle sushi rice production, sauces, and proper fish storage
  • Bring a respectful and positive attitude to the work environment

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness resources
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness resources


If you've got the discipline, we've got the sushi dojo

If you're the kind of sushi cook who pays attention, takes pride in clean work, and wants to grow through discipline and technique - you'll fit in here

Not because you're perfect, but because you're committed

THE ROLE

You'll be responsible for:
• Executing recipes and techniques accurately
• Assisting in ordering, inventory, receiving product
• Learning and upholding SBS standards and systems
• Supporting daily service with focus and professionalism, filling in the leadership role for the Head Chef
• Working clean, orderly prep and maintaining quality
• Sushi rice production, sauces, fish storage, and rotation
• Bringing a positive attitude and respect for hospitality

Non-Negotiables
• 2+ years of kitchen experience (fine dining or high-standard kitchens preferred)
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• High personal and professional standards
• Ability to work clean, organized, and efficiently
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler or ability to obtain before starting
• Reliability, punctuality, and consistency in prep + service
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow systems
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment

The Extras We Appreciate
• Experience in Michelin-level or similar kitchens
• Strong sushi fundamentals or Japanese cuisine background
• Jedi-level time management and station organization
• Curiosity about technique, ingredients, and craft
• Interest in mentoring or being a supportive teammate
• Comfort adapting to structured systems and evolving standards
• Familiarity with hospitality-driven service cadence
• Desire to contribute creatively as you grow

On top of that

Full Benefit Package offered with Supplemental Insurance
401K w/ matching

Range of Pay
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 annually

Compensation: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

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