About the role

Reporting to the Business Owner / Manager, you will prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi to Sooshy's recipes, portion requirements, and presentation standards. The role includes skilled fish preparation and cutting, ingredient preparation, and maintaining a clean, organised, and food-safe kitchen. You will follow daily production priorities and complete assigned tasks with limited day-to-day direction.

Expected hours are approximately 6:00 am to 1 pm, two to three weekdays per week. This is a part-time position, although casual employment may be offered initially. Part-time employees will have an agreed regular work pattern.

Key responsibilities

- Prepare and slice fish for sushi, nigiri, and sashimi.

- Prepare sushi rice, fillings, sauces, and other ingredients.

- Produce sushi hand rolls, nigiri, and sashimi to our recipes and presentation standards.

- Follow daily production priorities and package products for sale.

- Check ingredient freshness, rotate stock, and minimise waste.

- Wash dishes and equipment and keep the kitchen clean and organised.

- Follow food safety, allergen, and workplace safety requirements.





- Work collaboratively and complete preparation tasks with limited direction.

About you

- Commercial kitchen experience making sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi.

- Strong knife skills and experience preparing and slicing fish.

- Knowledge of safe raw fish handling, storage, and temperature control.

- Solid attention to detail, portion accuracy, and presentation.

- Ability to follow recipes and work efficiently with limited direction.

- Reliability, a team-focused approach, and availability for weekday morning shifts.

About us

Sooshy is a modern sushi takeaway located at 435 Swan Street, Richmond. We are built for the weekday lunch rush, with high-quality sushi, generous portions, fast service, and a distinctly Melbourne identity. Our focus is on fresh ingredients, consistent quality, and efficient operations that deliver great food quickly and reliably.

Benefits

- Weekday daytime hours only with no evening shifts, split shifts, or weekend work.

- Work-life balance that is rare in the industry.

- Work closely with a small team with clear recipes and daily priorities to guide your work.

📌 Sushi Kitchen Assistant (Richmond)
🏢 Sooshy
📍 Richmond