Required Years of Experience
1 year
Job Details
SUSHI HAND ROLL CHEF
Nami Nori is looking for highly personable and energetic candidates with a passion for Japanese food. No previous Japanese culinary experience required. We will train the ideal candidates who are eager to learn more about Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques.
Nami Nori is the first to specialize in open-style sushi hand rolls in New York City. Our mission is to create a devoted fan following for temaki through “omotenashi”, the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to creating great experiences for both guests and employees alike.
POPULAR ACCLAIM:
- 68K followers on Instagram
- ★★ The New York Times “Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too”
- Michelin Guide “Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village”
- The NEW YORKER “Nami Nori’s Hand Rolls Are Worth the Wait”
- And more…
BENEFITS
- Compensation: Minimum wage + tips (approx $800-$1000 per week for full time)
- 56 hours paid time off annually
- Additional 40 hours vacation time after 2 years of employment for full-time employees
- Commuter benefits
- Pre-tax health care spending program
- Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
- Additional incentives for job performance
- Opportunity to grow professionally with a growing company
If you have these qualities, we want to meet you:
- Great passion for cooking and hospitality
- Positive attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible availability (able to work nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multitask
- Exceptional team player
- 1+ year of general restaurant experience
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for making sushi hand rolls for dine-in and take out guests. Interacts directly with guests to enhance their dining experience.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($16.50) plus tips
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Passion for Japanese Food
Customer Service Skills
Eagerness to Learn Japanese Ingredients and Cooking Techniques
Adaptability to New Culinary Techniques
Great Passion for Cooking and Hospitality
Team Collaboration
Positive Attitude
Attention to Detail
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Located in the West Village of New York City, Nami Nori is a casual, temaki bar specializing in open-style sushi hand rolls. Our menu features signature temaki, including crunchy varieties, as well as takes on the classics and a special vegan section. The open-style temaki allows guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors, in each fun-to-eat, visually tempting bite.
We also serve Japanese-inspired snacks and appetizers, along with a selection of beer, sake and wine, available on tap and by the bottle.
