Line Cook Wellness Counter (By Wellness Sushi) Boulder, CO Job Details Full-time $22
- $28 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Employee discount Paid sick time Qualifications Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Sushi Recipe adherence Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Japanese cuisine Food safety sanitizing procedures Seafood Commercial kitchen cleaning Mise en place Kitchen stations Food preparation equipment operation Entry level Kitchen organization Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description
ABOUT WELLNESS COUNTER
Wellness Counter is a refined Japanese restaurant on Pearl Street in Boulder — a sushi and chef's counter built around seasonal ingredients, precise technique, and warm, intentional hospitality. Our kitchen program is focused on precision, organization, ingredient quality, and consistency across both hot and cold preparation.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Line Cook to join our kitchen. This is a strong fit for someone who thrives in a focused, high-standard environment and wants to grow within a serious culinary program built on discipline, consistency, and teamwork. Because we run a small kitchen, the ability to work independently and support the team is essential.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Prepare and execute dishes to our standards across hot and cold stations
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and station readiness throughout service
- Follow prep lists, recipes, and kitchen systems consistently
- Handle ingredients — including fresh seafood — with care and attention to quality
- Assist with prep production, station setup, and breakdown
- Communicate clearly with the kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Uphold food safety and sanitation standards at all times
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Previous line or prep experience preferred; experience in Japanese, sushi, seafood, or other refined kitchens is strongly valued
- Ability to work independently and reliably in a small, fast-paced kitchen
- Strong work ethic, organization, and attention to detail
- Calm and focused under pressure, with a collaborative, no-ego approach
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
COMPENSATION
- $22•28/hour, including tip-pool share, based on experience and qualifications•This position participates in the restaurant's tip pool.
Pooled tips are shared among hourly team members and distributed according to role.
BENEFITS
- Staff meals during shifts
- Employee dining discount
- Paid training
- Paid sick leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
- Health insurance available for eligible full-time employees
HOW TO APPLY
Please email your resume and a brief introduction to with the subject line: "Line Cook — Wellness Counter." Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Wellness Counter is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay:
$22.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Health insurance Paid training
Work Location:
In person