Location: Shelter Island, NY
Job Type: Full-Time | Seasonal
Compensation: $1,800 per week
Schedule: 40–60 hours per week | 5.5 days per week | Evenings, weekends, and holidays required
Housing: Housing available
Benefits: Company dining perks and employee discounts
Earn $1,800 Per Week Preparing Sushi at a High-Volume Waterfront Restaurant on Shelter Island
SALT Shelter Island is seeking an experienced Sushi Cook to maintain and execute the restaurant’s established sushi program during the busy East End season.
This role focuses on preparing high-quality sushi using fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients while maintaining strong food safety, consistency, and station organization.
The Sushi Cook will also assist with training kitchen staff on sushi menu preparation and support ordering and inventory related to the sushi station.
Housing is available, making this an attractive opportunity for experienced sushi cooks from NYC and surrounding regions seeking a focused seasonal role.
Responsibilities
• Prepare sushi and sashimi using high-quality seafood and ingredients
• Maintain consistency and presentation standards for sushi menu items
• Follow written recipes and preparation instructions
• Support ordering, receiving, and inventory management
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at the sushi station
• Assist with training staff on sushi preparation techniques
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Work efficiently during high-volume service
Qualifications
• 2+ years of sushi preparation experience
• Strong knife skills and fish preparation knowledge
• Experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong attention to detail and consistency
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• English required; Spanish a plus
What Makes This Role Attractive
• Established waterfront restaurant on Shelter Island
• Competitive weekly compensation
• Housing available
• Work with high-quality seafood and seasonal ingredients
• Company dining perks and employee discounts
• Opportunity to contribute to an established sushi program
How to Apply
Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.