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SUSHI MANAGER

2/19/2026

The Sushi Manager is responsible for maintaining high standards of sushi quality and food safety compliance while overseeing all aspects of sushi and Japanese cuisine production. This includes mentoring kitchen staff, creating work schedules, and ensuring the kitchen remains clean and fully operational.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Locally owned and allergy friendly, The Cowfish focuses on both the best sushi AND the best burgers. The sushi segment of the menu is powered by our commitment to sustainable seafood selections when able, sourced by our longtime Master Sushi Chef Rifali Almunir. All natural & hearty, our burgers feature hormone-free, humane certified beef & fresh, never frozen, ingredients from the best US farms. Appetizers for sharing & entree-sized salads, homemade desserts & a fun menu for kids are joined by our signature creations we call burgushi! A fusion of burger and sushi, burgushi items include sushi rolls created using burger components. If you can't make up your mind, try a bento box to sample a mini burger along with your choice of sushi roll & sides. Find us in Charlotte and Raleigh and at Universal's CityWalk in both Orlando and Beijing. Our sister concept, eeZ can be found at Birkdale Village in Huntersville, NC.
About the Role

Description

Awesomeness is a standard around here and we encourage all of those who bring energy and HYPE to come see for yourself. We operate with our core values at the heart of everything we do: Guest Service, High Quality Ingredients, Health, Safety, and a Commitment to Culture. We have a high-energy, friendly, and incredible team. We are looking for a hands-on Sushi Manager to help us lead & grow!

  

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain high-quality sushi and Japanese cuisine standards while ensuring food safety compliance
  • Oversee all phases of sushi and menu item production, including ingredient prep, inventory, ordering, storage, and timely execution of dishes
  • Mentor and train sushi cooks and kitchen staff on knife skills, rolling techniques, plating, and proper seafood handling
  • Create weekly work schedules to balance team capacity with expected sales and service volume
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and fully operational kitchen; ensure all equipment is properly maintained to support smooth service
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard kitchen staff with a focus on culinary skill development and adherence to sushi standards
  • Monitor and control food and labor costs while optimizing ingredient usage and minimizing waste

Benefits

  • Bonus programs based on meeting company set goals
  • Paid training
  • Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, with company-paid life and long-term disability coverage 
  • Meal discounts
  • 2, one week paid vacations per year
  • 401(k) plan
  • ServSafe Certification classes
  • Closed most major holidays

The Cowfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Cowfish does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, marital status, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law

Requirements

  

  • Prior experience working in sushi-focused restaurants, demonstrating strong knowledge of traditional and fusion sushi preparation techniques
  • Exceptional people skills.
  • High degree of flexibility and adaptability. Must be able to manage multiple projects and work well under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal and communication skills.
  • Must be approachable and have good leadership skills.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds (including trash bags).
  • Position requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting and repetitive hand and wrist motion.
  • Work with hot, cold, and/or hazardous materials and equipment.
  • A valid driver's license, proof of insurance and non-slip shoes are required.
Key Skills
Sushi PreparationMenu Production OversightIngredient InventoryStaff TrainingKnife SkillsSeafood HandlingWork Schedule CreationKitchen OrganizationEquipment MaintenanceRecruitmentCost ControlWaste MinimizationPeople SkillsAdaptabilityLeadershipCommunication
Categories
Food & BeverageManagement & LeadershipHospitality
Benefits
Bonus programsPaid trainingMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageMeal discountsPaid vacations401(k) planServSafe Certification classes
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