Sushi Assistant

Description

Job Summary: The Sushi Assistant at Yaki Sushi focuses on producing the sushi and combination platters displayed in the showcase, working specifically in cold Japanese cuisine with emphasis on preparation and assembly. Key Highlights: 1. Focus on cold Japanese cuisine and sushi assembly 2. Development of knife skills and aesthetic sense 3. Immediate stepping stone to becoming a Sushiman At **Yaki Sushi**, the role of **Sushi Assistant** is more focused on producing the "showcase" (sushi and combination platters) than that of a general kitchen assistant. The assistant works directly on the front line of cold Japanese cuisine. Below are the main responsibilities: **1\. Specific Sushi Preparation** * **Mastering Shari:** Unlike a general kitchen assistant, the sushi assistant places strong emphasis on the texture and temperature of seasoned rice. * **Primary Cutting Tasks:** Responsible for cutting cucumber (sunomono), mango, and preparing nori seaweed. * **Protein Handling:** Cleans shrimp and assists in portioning salmon (cutting strips for rolls before the sushiman performs premium sashimi cuts). **2\. Assembly of High-Turnover Items** * **Rolls (Makimonos):** The assistant typically handles large-scale production of **Hossomakis**, **Uramakis**, and especially **Hot Rolls** (which require quick breading and frying). * **Temakis:** During peak hours, assists in rapidly assembling temakis for the counter or buffet. **3\. Workstation Management** * **Showcase Mise en Place:** Organizes containers of sesame seeds, cream cheese, scallions, and sauces (tare and shoyu) so the lead sushiman does not need to interrupt combination platter assembly. * **Buffet Replenishment:** Under Yaki Sushi’s system, the assistant constantly monitors low-stock items in the buffet and replenishes best-selling sushi items. While the *general kitchen assistant* may focus on Yakisoba or heavy cleaning tasks, the **sushi assistant** is being trained for knife proficiency and aesthetic presentation in assembly—serving as the immediate next step toward becoming a Sushiman. **Work schedule: 6 days on, 1 day off per week. Working hours from 2:00 PM to 10:20 PM. Flexible availability required.** The professional will receive R$ 220.00 meal allowance after the probation period. Salary: R$1,836.00 per month Benefits: * Meal allowance * Transportation allowance Work location: On-site