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Job Description Komegashi, an upscale Japanese restaurant in Jersey City, NJ, is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to join our team. Responsibilities include: • Prepare high-quality sushi, sashimi, nigiri, rolls, and other Japanese dishes, • Properly cut, portion, handle, and store fresh fish and seafood, • Maintain excellent presentation, consistency, and quality standards, • Set up and operate the sushi station efficiently during service, • Assist with daily prep, inventory, ordering, and portion control, • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment, • Follow all food safety and health department requirements, • Work closely with the kitchen and management team to provide an excellent guest experience Qualifications: • Previous professional Sushi Chef experience required, • Strong knife skills and fish preparation experience, • Knowledge of Japanese cuisine and sushi techniques, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant, • Reliable, professional, and team-oriented, • Experience in an upscale or fine-dining Japanese restaurant is strongly preferred Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available. Competitive compensation based on experience \nCompany Description Komegashi is an established Japanese restaurant in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine. We are committed to high-quality food, professional hospitality, and providing an excellent dining experience for our guests. Komegashi is an established Japanese restaurant in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine. We are committed to high-quality food, professional hospitality, and providing an excellent dining experience for our guests.

Schedule: Part time\n Availability: Afternoon, Evening (Including Weekends). \n Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older\n Location: Woodbridge, NJ\n Address: 15 Woodbridge Center Dr\n Pay: $17 - $17.50 / hour\n Job Posting: 08/20/2026\n Job Posting End: 08/31/2026\n Job ID:R0289861\n \n Bring your love for sushi, and we'll teach you the rest! In this role, you will help prepare fresh, high-quality sushi rolls to be sold in our store, as well as help customers with any made-to-order or special requests. You will work alongside experienced sushi chefs, learning traditional techniques and perfecting your craft in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. \n \n Responsibilities: \n\n • Prepare ingredients, including slicing fish, cutting vegetables, and making sushi rice\n, • Assist in making sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items according to recipes and presentation standards\n, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines\n, • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely preparation\n, • Uphold excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction\n\n \n Requirements: \n\n • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks\n\n \n\n At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. \n Comprehensive benefits* \n \n • Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life\n, • Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday\n, • Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you\n, • Retirement plan with a 401(k) match\n, • A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals\n, • LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness\n \n Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. \n *Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position. \n + \n At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. Comprehensive benefits*\n\n • Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life\n, • Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday\n, • Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you\n, • Retirement plan with a 401(k) match\n, • A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals\n, • LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness\n\n Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. \n *Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Prepares, packages, and labels meals, entrees, salads, party trays, rotisserie chicken, ribs, sushi, and sliced meats and cheeses. Assembles take-and-bake pizzas. For additional information about pay ranges, click here. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health benefits (medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance), health care reimbursement account, dependent care assistance plan, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, AD&D insurance, life insurance, 401(k), and stock purchase plan to eligible employees.

Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced and qualified Sushi Chef to organize and execute sushi preparation activities. You will be second in command, ensuring a high degree of attention to detail and guest satisfaction. Ultimately, you will help us retain our reputation as a renowned sushi bar to increase our clientele. Responsibilities: o Manage inventory levels for a wide range of raw fish and other ingredients o Prepare all types of sushi including nigiri, sashimi, & handrolls o Acute attention to detail in the food preparation process, mastering quality control o Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards o Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers Requirements: o Japanese cuisine experience o Ability to listen to and facilitate special requests from our clients o Exceptional and proven sushi workspace management ability o Strength in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress o Outstanding communication skills o Ability to create a positive, fun, and exciting environment by interacting with our clients o Up to date with culinary trends and sushi preparation processes o Safe Food Handler’s Certification o Degree in Culinary science or related certificate not required, but a plus!

Job Description KURA SUSHI – Pioneers of the revolving sushi concept! Interview for our location in Jersey City Starting at $31.50/hr. (annual equivalent of $65,520) Come join the Kura Krew, a team that is passionate about food, culture and providing a unique experience! *Come roll with us!!! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7r-TWg_BCAY *Must be at least 18 years of age or older to apply *Check out our Benefits!- https://kurasushi.com/restaurant-benefits Assistant Managers at Kura Sushi take pride in ensuring our Guests are provided with the freshest, tastiest food and a positive dining experience at all times. Assistant Managers are: • Effective and efficient hands-on leaders that directly work alongside employees, • Organized and adept with time-management, • Analyzers of daily operational and guest service needs, • Passionate about developing and mentoring staff, • Adheres to company policies and procedures, • Team players who go above and beyond, • Flexible and available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays. Benefits: We value our employees' time and efforts! We offer the following benefits to eligible employees: • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life), • Paid Time off, • Bonus, • Meal discounts, • Flexible scheduling + life-work balance, • Career growth opportunities - we put a strong focus on promotion from within!, • Generous employee referral program - get paid to work with your friends! (conditions apply) About Kura Sushi USA: Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the Kura Corporation has grown substantially with over 540 locations across Japan, Taiwan and the United States. Kura Sushi is on a mission to revolutionize the sushi dining experience. As pioneers of the “revolving sushi” concept, we combine advanced technology, premium ingredients, and affordable prices to enhance the unique revolving sushi dining experience. Kura Sushi provides equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law. Pay Transparency: This position offers a pay rate of ($31.50 to $31.50) per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation offered is also subject to local wage and hour laws. At Kura Sushi, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring competitive compensation for all roles

Job Description About the Role As the Sushi Cook, you will be responsible for the maintenance and execution of the sushi program. You will collaborate closely with the culinary and management teams to ensure consistent excellence in quality, execution, and presentation. The ideal candidate demonstrates a deep passion for sushi making and a commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience. Key Responsibilities • Prepare a variety of sushi dishes, including Nigiri, Sashimi, and various rolls., • Ensure all prepared dishes meet our high standards of quality and visual presentation., • Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to maintain a smooth and timely workflow., • Efficiently manage multiple dishes simultaneously while maintaining meticulous attention to detail., • Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards of the sushi station. What We’re Looking For (Qualifications) • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a sushi chef or cook., • Exceptional knife skills and mastery of all sushi preparation techniques (maki, nigiri, and sashimi)., • Deep understanding of Japanese ingredients, seasonality, and culinary traditions, alongside classic cooking methods., • Ability to thrive under pressure in a high-volume environment., • Commitment to maintaining the highest food safety and hygiene standards., • Excellent time management and organizational skills., • Up-to-date ServSafe certification (or equivalent as required by law). Compensation & Benefits • Starting at $22 per hour, • Competitive salary based on experience., • Potential performance-based incentives and benefits., • Great working hours. Benefits: • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person

Job Description KURA SUSHI – Pioneers of the revolving sushi concept! Interview for our location in Jersey City Come join the Kura Krew, a team that is passionate about food, culture and providing a unique experience! Wages: $16.29/hour + Tips Example earnings: $16.29/hr. + $6.00/hr. in tips = $22.26/hr. projected earnings. *Note - Projected earnings is an example of what you could earn in this role. Actual earnings depends on actual tips earned. *Come roll with us! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7r-TWg_BCAY Must be at least 18 years of age or older to apply *Check out our Benefits!- https://kurasushi.com/restaurant-benefits Line Cooks/Prep Cooks at Kura are: • Team players that go above and beyond, • Committed to preparing and providing fresh, tasty, and quality food to our guests, • Organized and possess the ability to multi-task, • Knowledgeable about food safety standards and restaurant cleanliness, • Eager and enthusiastic about learning and preparing sushi by Kura standards. Schedule: • Full-time and Part-time hours available!, • Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays is preferred Benefits: We value our employees' time and efforts! We offer the following benefits to eligible employees: • Earn solid Tips!, • Meal discounts, • Flexible scheduling + life-work balance, • Career growth opportunities - we put a strong focus on promotion from within!, • Generous employee referral program - get paid to work with your friends! (conditions apply) About Kura Sushi USA: Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the Kura Corporation has grown substantially with over 540 locations across Japan, Taiwan and the United States. Kura Sushi is on a mission to revolutionize the sushi dining experience. As pioneers of the “revolving sushi” concept, we combine advanced technology, premium ingredients, and affordable prices to enhance the unique revolving sushi dining experience. Kura Sushi provides equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law. Pay Transparency: This position offers a pay rate of ($16.29 to $16.29) per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation offered is also subject to local wage and hour laws. At Kura Sushi, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring competitive compensation for all roles