Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
Umami Riot was born from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy Cushman, our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart, craft and fearless creativity.
Hojoko is a fun, high-energy izakaya (Japanese Tavern) located in The Verb Hotel in the Fenway Neighborhood of Boston. Hojoko’s kitchen encompasses live fire cooking over traditional Japanese binchotan charcoal, an award-winning burger, all the way to a sushi program that utilizes fish from Japan’s famed Toyosu Fish Market. We are looking to add a Line Cook to our growing team.
General Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, portion controls, and quality expectations
- Set up and stock assigned stations with necessary supplies and ingredients
- Operate kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, ovens, and knives
- Ensure food is prepared and served in compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area throughout each shift
- Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature-control procedures
- Communicate effectively with kitchen leadership and team members to support smooth service
- Assist with opening, closing, and side work duties as assigned
- Adhere to all company policies, including workplace safety, attendance, and conduct standards
- Additional duties as assigned.
- Prior kitchen or cooking experience preferred, but not required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- High integrity and professionalism
- Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions
- Ability to stand for the entirety of an 8-hour shift, lift and transport items in excess of 50 lbs, kneel, bend over, lift items above head, work in small or cramped spaces
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Strong working knowledge of culinary, safety, and sanitation practices
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($58,000.00 - $63,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Adaptability to Changing Environments
Problem Solving Skills
Time Management Skills
Attention to Quality and Presentation
Customer Service Orientation
Collaboration With Diverse Teams
Physical Stamina and Endurance
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Hojoko is a lively Japanese izakaya located in the heart of Boston's historic Fenway neighborhood. Hojoko serves a unique combination of sushi rolls, yakitori, ramen and more along with award-winning cocktails, sake and beer.
We take great pride, and great pleasure, in our unique culture of caring.
Caring is Gracious, Genuine, and Humble.
We care about you.
We care about our guests.
We care about the community.
We care about our product.
We care about consistency.
We care about each and every detail of the guest experience.
We care about everyone enjoying what they do, having fun and learning.
We care about working as a team and showing the highest level of respect for everyone.
Caring is warm, but has a powerful effect when it comes to life through words, thoughts and actions.
Every action and every interaction with our guests and with each other contributes to and solidifies our culture of caring.
