Prep Cook

0-1 years

Launchpad Hospitality is hiring a detail-oriented Prep Cook to join the opening team at their newest Nami Nori location in Virginia Beachan iconic Japanese restaurant concept from New York, where Pharrell Williams is a partner. If youre passionate about food, take pride in precision, and want to grow in a thoughtful, high-quality kitchen, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the start.

Nami Nori was the first to specialize in open-style temaki (sushi hand rolls) in New York City, with a mission to build a devoted following through omotenashithe Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to creating outstanding experiences for both guests and team members.

No previous Japanese culinary experience is required. Well train ideal candidates who are excited to learn more about Japanese ingredients, techniques, and our signature open-style sushi hand rolls.

POPULAR ACCLAIM:

• 83.7K followers on Instagram
• The New York Times Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too
• Michelin Guide Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village
• The NEW YORKER Nami Noris Hand Rolls Are Worth the Wait
• And more

BENEFITS

• 56 hours paid time off annually
• Additional 40 hours vacation time after 2 years of employment for full-time employees
• Commuter benefits
• Pre-tax health care spending program
• Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
• Opportunity to grow professionally with a growing company

ABOUT YOU

• The ability to comprehend and follow verbal direction
• The ability to understand basic math
• The ability to work independently or as part of a team
• The ability to lift at least 30 pounds on a regular basis
• The ability to sit, bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive for 6-8 hours a day

POSITION SUMMARY

A prep cook is responsible for the preparation of ingredients and stations used in the cooking process, as well as maintaining the kitchen and ensuring it is clean and sanitized.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Preparador de mariscos

Nami Nori Commissary Kitchen esta buscando un cocinero de preparacion orientado a los detalles con pasion por la industria alimentaria.

Nami Nori es el primer concepto que se especializa en rollos manuales de sushi de estilo abierto en la ciudad de Nueva York. Nuestra mision es crear seguidores devotos para el temaki a traves de "omotenashi", el arte japones de la hospitalidad amable. Estamos comprometidos a crear grandes experiencias tanto para los huespedes como para los empleados.

ACLAMACION POPULAR:

• 70K followers on Instagram
• The New York Times Nami Nori hace bien los giros manuales y tambien otros detalles
• Michelin Guide Nami Nori trae creativo sushi enrollado a mano al West Village de Nueva York
• The NEW YORKER Los rollos de mano de Nami Nori valen la espera
• Y mas

BENEFICIOS

• 56 horas pagadas de tiempo libre al ano
• 40 horas adicionales de vacaciones despues de 2 anos de empleo para empleados de tiempo completo
• Beneficios para viajeros
• Programa de gastos de atencion medica antes de impuestos
• Descuentos en comidas para empleados en cualquier ubicacion de Nami Nori
• Oportunidad de crecer profesionalmente con una empresa en crecimiento

ACERCA DE TI

• La capacidad de comprender y seguir instrucciones verbales.
• La capacidad de comprender las matematicas basicas.
• La capacidad de trabajar de forma independiente o como parte de un equipo.
• La capacidad de levantar al menos 30 libras de forma regular.
• La capacidad de sentarse, agacharse, agacharse, pararse y desempenarse extensamente durante 6 a 8 horas al dia.

RESUMEN DE POSICION

Un cocinero de preparacion es responsable de la preparacion de los ingredientes y las estaciones utilizadas en el proceso de coccion, ademas de mantener la cocina y asegurarse de que este limpia y desinfectada.

Compensation: Hourly (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Adaptability to New Culinary Techniques

Willingness to Learn

Physical Stamina

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Problem Solving Skills

Culinary Creativity

Understanding of Food Safety Practices

Ability to Follow Recipes

Communication Skills

Cultural Awareness of Japanese Cuisine

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