Lead Cook – Sushi Restaurant Hot Kitchen

Job overview

The Lead Cook – Sushi Restaurant Hot Kitchen is an onsite role in Laguna Beach, CA, with full-time employment listed. Compensation is $22 per hour. The role supports the hot kitchen of a sushi restaurant. The lead cook helps maintain food quality and kitchen operations by leading and supporting the kitchen team during busy service. The role also contributes to preparation, cleanliness, food safety, consistent presentation, and ideas for seasonal specials and new dishes.

What you'll do

• Lead and support the kitchen team during busy service
• maintain kitchen organization, preparation, cleanliness, and food safety
• work efficiently under pressure
• communicate with kitchen and front-of-house staff
• contribute ideas for seasonal specials, new dishes, and guest experience improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead cook

hot kitchen

sushi restaurant

kitchen leadership

food preparation

food safety

kitchen organization

menu development

laguna beach ca

yuzu laguna

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) matching, employee discounts, and flexible schedule.

Why this role

The posting prefers Japanese or sushi restaurant experience and offers creative input on specials and menu development, along with leadership growth opportunities.

About the employer

YUZU LAGUNA LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.