Sushi Prep

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant chain established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Rooted deeply in the tradition of Japanese cuisine, Kura Sushi has pioneered the revolving sushi concept, a unique dining experience that combines advanced technology, premium ingredients, and affordable prices to delight customers around the world. The corporation’s origins date back to 1977 with its first restaurant opening in Osaka, Japan. Since then, Kura Sushi has grown substantially, boasting over 540 locations across Japan, Taiwan, and the United States. With this extensive network, Kura Sushi continues to revolutionize sushi dining by integrating quality, innovation, and a customer-centric approach at every venue.

Kura Sushi USA is currently gearing up for the opening of a new store in Sunset Valley scheduled for Summer 2026. This expansion reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to growth and providing unique culinary experiences to diverse communities. The company culture at Kura Sushi is vibrant, inclusive, and focused on building a passionate team known as the Kura Krew. This team is dedicated not only to delivering fresh, delicious food but also to promoting food culture and exceptional customer service. Kura Sushi fosters a supportive work environment that values teamwork, continuous learning, and career advancement opportunities.

The line cook/prep cook position at Kura Sushi presents an exciting opportunity to join this dynamic team. Line cooks and prep cooks are integral to the daily operations, responsible for ensuring that all dishes are prepared to Kura’s high standards of freshness, taste, and quality. Candidates in this role should be team players who go above and beyond to meet customer expectations while maintaining organized and efficient kitchen operations. This position requires a keen understanding of food safety standards and restaurant cleanliness to deliver a consistently excellent dining experience.

The role offers both full-time and part-time hours, providing flexibility that accommodates various schedules. Interested applicants should be at least 18 years old and ideally have availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays to support the restaurant during peak times. Compensation includes an hourly wage of $9.00 plus tips, with example earnings reaching up to $16.00 per hour depending on tips. Kura Sushi is committed to pay transparency and competitive compensation in accordance with local wage and hour laws.

Employees at Kura Sushi benefit from a variety of perks aimed at promoting job satisfaction and work-life balance. These include solid tips, meal discounts, flexible scheduling, opportunities for career growth, and a generous employee referral program. The company takes pride in promoting from within and recognizing the hard work and dedication of its team members. By joining Kura Sushi USA, applicants become part of a fast-growing and technologically innovative restaurant group with a strong cultural heritage and a vision to redefine the sushi dining experience in the United States.