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Omakai Sushi

Sushi Chef - OMAKAI sushi Aventura

Miami, FL · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

... process and recipe * Oversee inventory - this includes ensuring inventory and supplier order accuracy, such as ordering the proper amount of fish as needed and ensuring that the order matches the ...

tcw

Seafood Production Worker

Miami, FL

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Processes fresh fish for customer orders. Selects products from pick ticket and stages orders. Replenish stock as needed. What you'll do: * Ensure all incoming seafood is properly rotated into stock

Halperns'

Seafood Cutter AM Shift

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Fish cutters use an array of sharp knives and tools that they must keep sharp and clean, and they ... Reduces processing costs but accurately cuts and sizes portions with good yields and meets customer ...

Halperns'

Seafood Cutter AM Shift

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Fish cutters use an array of sharp knives and tools that they must keep sharp and clean, and they ... Reduces processing costs but accurately cuts and sizes portions with good yields and meets customer ...

Omakai Sushi

Line Cook- OMAKAI sushi Coconut Grove

Miami, FL · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

... process and recipe * Oversee inventory - this includes ensuring inventory and supplier order accuracy, such as ordering the proper amount of fish as needed and ensuring that the order matches the ...

Saltwater Inc

Dockside Sampler

Key Biscayne, FL · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys; computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics ...

CSS, Inc

Fisheries Biologist II

Miami, FL · On-site

Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys * Experience with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics programs. * Initial ...

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How much do fish processor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for fish processor in Miami, FL is $16.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.88 and $18.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fish processor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fish Processor, you need manual dexterity, attention to detail, and the ability to handle repetitive tasks, often with a high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience with cutting tools, conveyor belts, scales, and adherence to food safety protocols or certifications (such as HACCP) is commonly required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and stamina under physically demanding conditions are key soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality seafood processing in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.

What is a fish processor?

A Fish Processor is responsible for cleaning, cutting, and packaging fish and seafood products in processing plants or on fishing vessels. Duties often include gutting, filleting, scaling, and inspecting fish for quality before packaging for distribution. The job requires standing for long hours in cold, wet environments and following strict hygiene and safety regulations. Fish Processors play a crucial role in ensuring seafood products meet industry standards and consumer expectations.

What is the typical work environment and schedule for a fish processor?

Fish Processors usually work in seafood processing plants or on fishing vessels, often in cold, wet, and fast-paced settings where safety gear is required. The role can involve standing for long periods, lifting boxes of fish, and handling various processing equipment. Schedules can vary depending on the employer and the season, but overtime and night shifts are common—especially during peak fishing periods. Teamwork is essential, as Fish Processors frequently collaborate with other processors, quality control staff, and supervisors to meet production targets and maintain product quality. This dynamic environment suits individuals who are adaptable and comfortable with physically demanding tasks.

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Infographic showing various Fish Processor job openings in Miami, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,306 per year, or $16 per hour.

Sushi Chef - OMAKAI sushi Aventura

Omakai Sushi

Miami, FL • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description


General Info
Come join an amazing team with great pay, benefits, positive vibes, and a great educational opportunity.
Job purpose
Sushi Chefs are essential members of a sushi restaurant's team. Sushi Chefs are the heart of the kitchen and ensure that the highest quality product is served to our customers. Successful Sushi Chefs at OMAKAI sushi are not only talented sushi makers but are also brand advocates willing to serve a consistent product by following specific recipes, and preparation instructions and ensuring that chefs and cooks are doing the same. Sushi Chefs must be capable of ordering products and maintaining inventory with the restaurant's best interest in mind. Last but not least, Sushi Chefs must be able to maintain a professional demeanor at all times, lead by example, and hold themselves to the highest of standards.
Duties and responsibilities
  • Ensure quality of food - this includes ensuring that all items are prepared accurately and to the highest of standards before being sent out of the kitchen
  • Know the menu - this position requires learning the entire food menu thoroughly and properly
  • Minimize waste of all food and kitchen items
  • Clean and filet fish - this includes skillfully cleaning and cutting a variety of fish and mollusks
  • Make and prepare nigiri, handrolls, sashimi, and other food items
  • Prepare rice - this includes properly washing, cooking, cutting, and preparing sushi rice according to a specific process and recipe
  • Oversee inventory - this includes ensuring inventory and supplier order accuracy, such as ordering the proper amount of fish as needed and ensuring that the order matches the items received
  • Contribute to kitchen personnel training
  • Perform side jobs - this position requires performing side job duties before, during, and after each shift, including cleaning work stations at the end of each meal period and food stored away in the appropriate manner
  • Abide by all federal, state, and local labor health and safety laws

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Three years of sushi-making experience required
  • Japanese cuisine knowledge required
  • Display a positive and friendly attitude at all times
  • Maintain a professional demeanor at all times
  • Ability to:
  • Provide top-notch customer service
  • Educate customers and staff about our products and processes
  • Make recommendations
  • Adhere to the company's food allergy policies
  • Handle food in a safe and hygienic manner that adheres to all company and government policies and protocols.
  • Work in a team
  • Communicate well with staff, management, and customers, even under pressure
  • Learn and memorize an entire menu to detail
  • Solve basic math problems * Willingness to take instructions in a professional and understanding manner

Working conditions
Mostly indoor dining working environment in a restaurant that handles a variety of fish, seafood, vegetables, fruits, wheat products, rice, dry seaweed, sauces, and many other food and beverage products. Candidates with food allergies must inform management during the application process. Noise levels may vary depending on how busy the restaurant is. The kitchen is an enclosed environment with a single food dispatch window with a view of the entire dining floor.
Physical requirements
Employee must be able to stand for long periods of time. Job requires handling knives in order to filet and clean fish and constant contact with a variety of seafood and other food products. Job requires some bending and kneeling in order to reach certain items such as plates, spoons, knives, sauces, dry food items, desserts, etc... Job requires moderate lifting (maximum 65 lbs.). Job requires maneuvering between tabletops, kitchen equipment, and corners.
Direct reports
General Manager, Kitchen Manager, and Owners
Benefits:
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Experience level:
  • 1 year

Restaurant type:
  • Casual dining restaurant
  • Fine dining restaurant

Shift:
  • 10-hour shift
  • 12-hour shift
  • 8-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Night shift

Weekly day range:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Experience:
  • Restaurant experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:
  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Pay Range:
  • Subject to experience, but ranges between $18-23 per hour.

Work Location: In person
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