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Sushi Apprentice

Cafe Sushi
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Award winning Cafe Sushi restaurant is hiring for an apprentice position in the sushi kitchen ! Join and learn from a James Beard nominated restaurant team as they plan on a return to dining-in this spring by building the next phase of the Cafe Sushi legacy. A sake forward, small plates, sushi-focused restaurant that aspires to expand the Boston culinary landscape.

This position is for serious individuals who are looking to learn and dedicate themselves to the craft of sushi and are willing to spend a minimum of 1-2 years with our team. We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following qualities :

  • High degree of motivation
  • Initiative
  • Humility
  • Curiosity and thirst for knowledge
  • Grit
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to follow through and complete tasks
  • Team oriented
  • Intelligent
  • Kind
  • Patient
  • 2-3 years previous restaurant experience and knife skills are a plus

The tasks may include the following :

  • Cutting vegetables such as : Cucumbers, pickled daikon (takuan), scallions, grape tomatoes etc…
  • Scraping” fish for rolls such as tuna, hiramasa, salmon etc…
  • Cutting unagi
  • Making sauces
  • Making Maki (rolls)
  • Putting away deliveries
  • Washing dishes
  • Cleaning duties such as : Wiping down work surfaces, refrigerators, counter tops etc…
  • Sweeping and mopping the floor
  • Washing dishes, cutting boards, knives and utensils
  • After demonstrating motivation, dedication and competency, the candidate will move on to the next series of tasks such as :

  • Scaling and cleaning fish
  • Wrapping and Storing fish
  • Cutting fish “saku” for roll toppings
  • Filleting fish
  • This is a full-time position (40-45 hours)

    Pay is based on experience level

    The hiring process will include a phone interview and a half-day stage where the candidate will be able to observe the inner workings of the restaurant and demonstrate their ability to accomplish light tasks and knife skills. The Stage will receive a $50 gift certificate to the restaurant afterwards.

    Again, this position is for serious inquiries only. We are only interested in candidates who plan on a minimum 1-2 year commitment. Previous experience in sushi or Japanese cuisine is a plus, but not necessary. We are looking for an individual who can contribute to the culture of the restaurant and is genuinely interested in learning the craft of sushi.

    Salary : $50

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