About ABURI Group
ABURI Group, founded by visionary leader Seigo Nakamura, is a pioneer in Canada’s culinary landscape. With acclaimed brands including Miku, Minami, ABURI TORA, and ABURI Market, the group is celebrated for its innovative fusion of traditional Aburi-style Japanese cuisine with contemporary French influences. Since opening Miku Vancouver in 2008, ABURI Group has expanded nationally, earning distinctions such as a MICHELIN Star and recognition on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list. More than building restaurants, ABURI is cultivating a cultural movement rooted in excellence, hospitality, and community.
Position Summary
Aburi Market Downtown is looking for a Sushi Line Cook to support daily sushi production while maintaining high standards of quality, freshness, and food safety. This role is ideal for a skilled, detail-oriented sushi cook with a strong foundation in sushi preparation who thrives in a fast-paced environment and works well as part of a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare sushi items including rolls, basic sashimi, and nigiri according to established standards
- Assist with fish filleting, prep, and portioning
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper food handling at the sushi station
- Monitor product freshness, labeling, and rotation
- Assist with inventory organization and ordering, or learn ordering procedures as required
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
- Support opening, service, and closing duties at the sushi station
- Lift, move, and organize products and supplies up to 40 lbs
- Stand for extended periods (6–8 hours) during shifts
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of sushi experience
- Experience with rolls, fish filleting, and some sashimi and nigiri preparation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to assist with or learn ordering and inventory processes
- Food Safe certification is an asset
- Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for 6–8 hours
- BOH experience is preferred
- Must have weekend availability
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, BC V7Y 1H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person
