Sushi Bar Shift Lead

About the role

The Sushi Shift Lead at Lobster Place Hospitality Group (LPHG) oversees all aspects of sushi preparation and service, working closely with the Senior Sushi Shift Lead to support broader operations and enhance the sushi program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi boxes and customer orders
• Set up and break down the sushi bar station
• Keep a clean, organized workstation
• Prep ingredients, including breaking down and portioning tuna, Hamachi, and salmon
• Make precise cuts of fish loins and fillets for sushi
• Plate and present dishes with care and precision
• Engage with guests in a professional, friendly manner
• Demonstrates and incorporates the LP6 Core Values in every action
• Supports training of new and existing Sushi team members
• Assists in the development and execution of new menu items and specials
• Aids in reviewing daily PARs and placing vendor orders
• Manages weekly scheduling updates and communicates changes to the team
• Records end-of-month inventory for the Sushi Department
• Ensures all cleaning checklists, waste sheets, and temperature logs are completed and filed accurately
• Ensures sushi staff follow Department of Health (DOH) protocols
• Partners with FOH managers to address hospitality challenges and deliver timely, constructive feedback to staff
• Collaborates with management to design and execute guest-facing sushi experiences (i.e., education programs, tastings, catering)
• Supports operations by stepping into any sushi role as needed and performing other assigned duties

Qualifications

• 3 years in various Sushi kitchen prep, cook or chef roles
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience is preferred
• English fluency required; bilingual ability (Spanish/English) is a plus
• Computer literate; Microsoft Office applications a plus
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Focused on delivering exceptional Hospitality
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to foster teamwork and collaboration among staff
• Demonstrated strong personal reliability and holds team members accountable to the same standard

Compensation & Benefits

• $26/hour + up to $10/hour in Tips
• Generous Paid Personal Time Off
• Paid & Unpaid Sick and Safe Leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401K plan w/ company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits