SUSHI Cook - EWR

Job Title: Sushi Cook

Location: EWR

Compensation: 23.50

Reports to:
Who We Are

On the Go has elevated the dining and retail experience for travelers by bringing together worldclass hospitality, award winning dining concepts, and forward-thinking technology. With more than 300 unique dining and retail locations across North America’s busiest airports, we’re fueled by a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences—made possible every day by our incredible Crewmembers. On the Go, people truly come first. We invest in our teams, and foster growth in an exciting, fast-paced environment where everyone can shine.

How We Do Business

How we work is just as meaningful as what we accomplish. Our Values—Care, Continuous Improvement, Quality, and Teamwork—guide the way we show up for our guests and for each other. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and uplifting workplace where people feel respected, empowered, and encouraged to bring their full selves to work.

Why This Job Is a Big Deal!

As a Sushi Cook, you will need the ability to perform all duties and serve in whatever capacity needed by the business as determined by the manager or chef. Responsible for the preparation of all food items at the station according to specifications and pre-set time limits. Orders ingredients as directed.

In this Role you will…

Follows standard preparation and cooking procedures of the assigned facility as designated by the manager or chef

Follows all recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant

Coordinates the delivery of all foods within pre-set time standards

Demonstrates product standards and recipe knowledge daily

Sets up, maintains side work, and/or closes stations for scheduled shift (e.g., checks and/or breaks down and cleans equipment, preps all appropriate food items, stocks all food items and small wares, dates food items and stores according to "first in, first out" rotation method, etc.)

Prepares and plates station food items according to specifications and pre-set time limits

Ensures safety and sanitation standards are maintained

Properly uses personal protective equipment

Maintains a clean, neat, well-groomed appearance

Responds to all "callbacks" and "echoes" to ensure ordered food is prepared on time

Maintain the proper pH for rice and document it in the pH log

Ensures hot food stays hot and cold food stays cold

Records all waste on the standard form when it occurs

Communicates any product runouts, equipment issues, and quality of service problems to the MOD immediately

Welcomes and acknowledges guests according to company standards, when applicable

Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas

Order ingredients and supplies as directed by the manager or chef

Cleans, sanitizes, and organizes all kitchen areas, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas according to OTG specifications

Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others and works toward the goal of customer satisfaction

Ensures adherence to quality expectations and standards

Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed, as requested by the chef or manager at any time

Qualifications and Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Relevant experience in Japanese-style cooking

Relevant experience working in a sushi restaurant

Able to lift 35 lbs. or more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.