Sushi Line Cook – New Store Opening

Job overview

The Sushi Line Cook – New Store Opening role is an onsite, full-time position in Fort Lauderdale, FL, with compensation of $24–$25 per hour. Sweetwaters is assembling the opening team for its seafood-forward waterfront restaurant, scheduled to open in October 2026. The cook prepares food to recipe specifications and supports daily kitchen operations through safe food handling, station setup, inventory monitoring, and teamwork. The role contributes to consistent food quality and an appealing guest experience as the restaurant opens.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and standards
• follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
• maintain a clean and organized work area
• stock stations
• present food attractively
• prepare ingredients for future meals
• monitor inventory and report shortages
• store food to prevent spoilage and waste
• follow portion control
• assist with training junior kitchen staff as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

sushi line cook

sushi preparation

restaurant kitchen

food safety

inventory

fort lauderdale fl

sweetwaters

full-time

$24–$25/hour

new store opening

weekend and holiday availability

seafood-forward restaurant

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid sick time, employee meals, Employee Assistance Program, paid vacation, growth opportunities, and— for full-time employees—health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefits, 401(k) with annual employer match, Lifestyle Savings Accounts, and rolling holiday paid time off.

Why this role

The posting seeks two years of prior sushi line cook experience and requires flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Full-time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans and other listed benefits.

About the employer

Sweetwaters is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.