Hiring in Ames:Sushi Chef(Part-Time)
Ames Opportunity: Sushi Chef
Position Snapshot
- URGENT HIRE: Sushi Chef (Part-Time)
- Hiring: Costco
- Location: Ames, IA (Local Candidates Only)
- Status: ⚡ New Listing.
- Start: Immediate start available.
- Work in Ames, IA.
- Join Costco and grow your skills.
Pay & Perks
- Pay Rate: $20-$27/hr ($24.00/hr)
- Perks: Flexible scheduling.
- Work around your school/life schedule.
Part-Time Sushi Chef
About Costco
Costco operates membership warehouses across the globe offering bulk goods and fresh food counters. We hire hundreds of culinary staff annually for our busy deli and sushi departments. When you embark on a career in part time sushi chef jobs with Costco, you are joining you are joining a supportive kitchen team where half of our department managers started out as hourly line cooks.
Job Summary
Join our deli team as a part-time sushi chef working 20 hours per week with shifts designed around your current schedule. You will roll fresh sushi daily while building skills for internal promotion to lead cook. You will serve as Part Time, delivering the signature reliability that sets Costco apart in the sushi preparation.
Comprehensive Responsibilities
- Roll Preparation: Roll 150 nigiri and maki units using bamboo mats daily.
- Inventory Tracking: Audit salmon and tuna stock levels in commercial refrigerators.
- Food Safety: Log freezer temperatures every four hours on clipboards.
- Quality Control: Inspect rice consistency for 50 trays per shift.
Industry-Leading Benefits & Salary
We offer great perks for our part-time team members.
- Salary: $21.00–$28.50 per hour
- Free Membership: Receive an annual executive membership card.
- Schedule Flexibility: Pick morning or evening shifts around classes.
- 401k Match: Contribute to a retirement savings plan.
Requirements & Qualifications
- One year of commercial kitchen experience
- Valid food handler certificate
- Ability to stand for five hours
- Knife handling safety skills
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sushi Chef position pay at Costco?
This role offers a pay range of $20 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this Sushi Chef job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. Costco has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
How many hours per week is this part-time Sushi Chef role?
Part-time positions at Costco generally range from 20 to 30 hours per week with flexible scheduling options. Exact hours depend on business needs and your availability.
What are the physical requirements for this position?
This role involves team-lifting items weighing between 50 to 150+ pounds using proper ergonomic techniques and mechanical aids. Costco provides safety training and equipment to ensure associate safety.
What benefits does Costco offer for this position?
Costco provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What does a typical day look like as a Sushi Chef?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in Costco's Ames facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
