YUZU LAGUNA LLC
Lead Cook
Full Time • Laguna Beach
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
We’re building something delicious —
We’re looking for a Lead Cook for our sushi restaurant hot kitchen.
This position is for someone who takes pride in leading a kitchen team, maintaining quality under pressure, and helping create a strong kitchen culture. We want someone reliable, creative, and motivated to grow with the restaurant long-term.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, care about consistency and presentation, and like contributing ideas for new dishes and specials, we’d love to meet you.
— LEAD COOK / HOT KITCHEN —
What we’re looking for:
• Experience in a professional kitchen (Japanese or sushi restaurant experience preferred)
• Ability to lead and support the kitchen team during busy service
• Strong understanding of kitchen organization, prep, cleanliness, and food safety
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work efficiently under pressure
• Positive attitude and strong communication with both kitchen and front-of-house staff
• Creative mindset with interest in seasonal specials, new dishes, and improving the guest experience
• Someone who wants to grow with the restaurant and contribute beyond daily kitchen duties
• Ability to lead and support the kitchen team during busy service
• Strong understanding of kitchen organization, prep, cleanliness, and food safety
• Reliable, responsible, and able to work efficiently under pressure
• Positive attitude and strong communication with both kitchen and front-of-house staff
• Creative mindset with interest in seasonal specials, new dishes, and improving the guest experience
• Someone who wants to grow with the restaurant and contribute beyond daily kitchen duties
What we offer:
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Opportunity for growth and leadership within the restaurant
• Creative input on specials and menu development
• Supportive and team-focused work environment
• Hands-on involvement in building kitchen systems and culture
• Performance-based growth opportunities
• Opportunity for growth and leadership within the restaurant
• Creative input on specials and menu development
• Supportive and team-focused work environment
• Hands-on involvement in building kitchen systems and culture
• Performance-based growth opportunities
We’re looking for someone who cares about food, teamwork, and creating a great experience for every guest.
If you’re passionate about hospitality and want to be part of a growing sushi restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
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