Sushi Cook
Arla Chicago
15 East Oak Street, Chicago, IL
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Required Years of Experience
5 years
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare sushi rice with proper seasoning and texture
- Slice and portion fish and seafood with precision
- Assemble sushi (nigiri, sashimi, maki, rolls, hand rolls)
- Maintain freshness and quality of raw ingredients
- Follow recipes and presentation standards
- Ensure proper storage and handling of seafood
- Keep workstation clean and sanitized at all times
- Coordinate with kitchen staff during service
- Strong knife skills (filleting, slicing fish)
- Knowledge of sushi techniques and Japanese cuisine
- Understanding of fish quality, sourcing, and seasonality
- Attention to detail and plating aesthetics
- Ability to work quickly in a high-pressure environment
- Food safety knowledge, especially for raw seafood
Qualifications
- Previous kitchen or restaurant experience (often 4+ year preferred)
- Food safety certification (required)
Work Environment
- Fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen
- Long hours standing, lifting, and moving
- Exposure to heat, noise, and busy service periods
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($21.00 - $24.00)
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Located on the top floor of 15 East Oak Street in the former Barneys New York Fred’s space, ARLA will explore seaside Mediterranean cuisine with refined Japanese influences in an elegant, transportive setting, reflecting the group’s signature design-forward approach. The menu, led by Chef/Partner Soo Ahn, is inspired by the layered flavors of the Mediterranean and refined Japanese techniques, anchored by fresh seafood, vibrant vegetarian dishes, live-fired hearth proteins, and curated sushi and raw bar selections.
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