Job Title:

Griddle Cook / Line Cook -

Japanese Restaurant Location:

New Brunswick, NJ Job Type:

Full-time /

Part-time Pay:

$18-$22 per hour, based on experience About Us SAKANA is a busy Japanese restaurant in New Brunswick. We are looking for a reliable and experienced Griddle Cook to join our kitchen team. This position will mainly be responsible for operating the flat-top griddle station. Main Responsibilities Cook meats, seafood, vegetables, rice, noodles, and other menu items on the flat-top griddle Follow SAKANA's recipes, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation standards Prepare ingredients and fully stock the griddle station before each shift Handle multiple orders accurately during busy service Maintain consistent food quality, temperature, and cooking standards Keep the griddle, surrounding equipment, and workstation clean and organized Follow all food-safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures Communicate clearly with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff Assist with food preparation, opening duties, and closing duties Support other kitchen stations when needed Qualifications Previous griddle, flat-top, hibachi, or line-cook experience is preferred Experience in a Japanese or Asian restaurant is a plus Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen Good timing, organization, and ability to manage multiple orders Reliable, punctual, and able to work well with a team Must be available for dinner shifts, weekends, and holidays Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds Must be authorized to work in the United States What We Offer Competitive pay based on experience Stable scheduling Staff meals during scheduled shifts Training on SAKANA's recipes and kitchen standards Opportunities to advance to Lead Cook or Kitchen Supervisor To Apply Please apply through Indeed and include your kitchen experience, griddle or flat-top experience, current availability, and preferred number of hours per week.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 - 45.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person