Sushi Cook, Comerica Park

Delaware North Sportservice is a leading hospitality and food service company operating at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan, home of the MLB's Detroit Tigers. With a legacy that dates back to 1930, Delaware North has been the trusted partner in providing exceptional concessions, premium dining, and retail services at this iconic sports venue. The company prides itself on creating unique and memorable dining experiences for every game with a strong emphasis on Detroit-inspired cuisine. Comerica Park boasts a seating capacity of 41,297, making it a vibrant and bustling venue where quality food service is essential to enhance the fan experience and uphold the venue's reputation.

Delaware North is currently seeking seasonal Sushi Cooks to join their dynamic team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals who are passionate about seafood and sushi and want to shine in a visible, leadership role within the kitchen. As a Sushi Cook at Delaware North, you will be responsible for planning menus alongside management members, ensuring that all food prepared meets the highest quality standards, and that health codes and sanitation regulations are thoroughly upheld. The role includes training new kitchen team members and efficiently managing quantities, labor, and overhead costs to maintain operational excellence.

Working at Delaware North means being part of a global legacy with over 100 years of history as a family-owned business that values its employees as much as its customers. They emphasize career development and work-life balance, providing flexible work schedules that accommodate team members' needs. In addition to competitive pay rates ranging from $17.70 to $24.00 per hour, employees receive comprehensive benefits that foster their personal and professional well-being. Delaware North values inclusivity and is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The Sushi Cook position requires individuals who are skilled in slicing and portioning fish, seafood, and vegetables according to established standards. Besides food preparation, maintaining an organized, sanitized, and well-stocked workstation, including coolers and kitchen equipment, is essential to ensuring a safe and efficient kitchen environment. The cook will also participate in opening, closing, and end-of-day inventory duties and use waste control guidelines to minimize food spoilage.

The job demands a physical capability that includes lifting up to 35 pounds, standing and walking throughout the shift in environments with moderate to high noise levels, and working under variable temperature conditions. Manual dexterity in chopping, mixing, blending, and whipping various foods and liquids, as well as operating kitchen machinery, is also vital to succeed in this role.

This position offers shifts during the days, evenings, and weekends, providing opportunities for a broad range of schedules. Those with at least two years of experience in a back-of-the-house food service role, especially with preparation of seafood and sushi, will find this role a rewarding progression in their culinary career. Delaware North encourages applicants who can read and comprehend prep sheets and recipes while possessing basic math skills to accurately calculate and follow recipe measurements to apply.

By joining Delaware North Sportservice as a Sushi Cook, you become part of a dedicated and passionate team in a world-class venue where your culinary talents help to create unforgettable experiences for guests. This role not only offers hands-on experience in a professional kitchen but also the chance to grow within a company invested in your ongoing success and development.