Line Cook

Overview

Launchpad Hospitality is hiring passionate Line Cooks to join the opening team at Nami Nori Virginia Beach—the newest location of the acclaimed Japanese restaurant concept from New York City, where Pharrell Williams is a partner. Whether you're a seasoned cook or someone eager to deepen your skills, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the very start.

Nami Nori was the first to specialize in open-style temaki (sushi hand rolls) in New York City, with a mission to build a devoted following through omotenashi—the Japanese art of gracious hospitality. We are committed to creating outstanding experiences for both guests and team members.

No previous Japanese culinary experience is required. We’ll train ideal candidates who are excited to learn more about Japanese ingredients, techniques, and our signature open-style sushi hand rolls.

• 84K followers on Instagram
• The New York Times “Nami Nori Gets Hand Rolls Right, and Other Details Too”
• Michelin Guide “Nami Nori Brings Creative Hand-Rolled Sushi to NYC's West Village”
• GQ Magazine "Pharrell Loved This Hand Roll Spot So Much He Became a Partner"
• And more…

• Health Benefits with employer contribution
• Vision & Dental
• 401K Retirement Plan
• 40 hours Personal Time Off after 2 years of full time employment
• Employee dining discounts at any Nami Nori location
• Opportunity to grow professionally with a growing company

• Genuine passion for cooking and hospitality
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Flexible availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• 1+ year experience as a line cook or in a similar role at a comparable concept

Nami Nori is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

• Willingness to Learn
• Ability to Work Under Pressure
• Adaptability to New Culinary Techniques
• Commitment to Quality and Excellence
• Strong Communication Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Creativity in Food Preparation
• Customer Service Orientation
• Collaboration With Team Members
• Problem Solving Skills
• Cultural Awareness of Japanese Cuisine
• Ability to follow instructions
• Attention to Food Safety and Hygiene
• Reliability and Punctuality
• Ability to Handle Constructive Feedback