Sushi Line Cook

Wegmans is a renowned grocery store chain recognized for its dedication to quality, customer service, and community involvement. Established with a mission to deliver exceptional shopping experiences, Wegmans has grown into a well-respected brand with a strong reputation across various locations. Known for offering fresh and diverse food options, Wegmans continually strives to provide a welcoming environment for both customers and employees. Working here means being part of a team that values growth, flexibility, and a positive workplace culture with comprehensive benefits and scheduling options. The company actively promotes career development and provides employees with the tools necessary to succeed and thrive in their roles. Employees enjoy flexible scheduling, a supportive community, and excellent benefits that create a rewarding work atmosphere.

This particular role at Wegmans is a full-time opportunity based in Canandaigua, NY, with a competitive pay range of $17.50 to $18.00 per hour. The position requires availability for morning, afternoon, and evening shifts, including weekends, with shifts potentially starting as early as 5am. This job is ideal for individuals who are passionate about culinary arts, particularly sushi preparation, and who thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.

As a sushi chef team member at Wegmans, you will be integral to the preparation of fresh, high-quality sushi rolls and other Japanese cuisine specialties. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the slicing of fish, cutting vegetables, making sushi rice, and assembling various sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. You will work alongside experienced sushi chefs, gaining valuable hands-on experience and mastering traditional sushi-making techniques. Maintaining cleanliness, organization, and strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards is essential to this role. You will be expected to work efficiently to ensure timely preparation and presentation of menu items, upholding high standards of food quality and customer satisfaction.

This position demands a candidate who is at least 18 years old and has at least one year of kitchen experience, preferably in sushi or Japanese cuisine environments, along with basic knife skills and familiarity with sushi products. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, grow, and develop their culinary skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. Working at Wegmans offers more than just a job – it provides a chance to build a meaningful career in a respected company known for its commitment to excellence and employee development. If you are passionate about sushi and eager to work in a collaborative atmosphere where quality and customer experience are paramount, this position provides an excellent platform to advance your skills and contributions within the culinary world.