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Kura Sushi Novi

Restaurant Assistant Manager

Novi, MI

$26/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Dishwasher

Novi, MI · On-site

$20.65/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Novi

Dishwasher

Novi, MI

$20.65/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Sushi Prep

Novi, MI · On-site

$16.65/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Troy

Sushi Prep

Troy, MI

$16.65/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Fish Cutter

Novi, MI · On-site

$18.65/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Sushi Prep

Troy, MI · On-site

$16.65/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Server

Novi, MI

$13.73/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Troy

Server

Troy, MI

$13.73/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Sushi Prep/Line Cook

Troy, MI · On-site

$16.65/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Troy

Sushi Prep/Line Cook

Troy, MI

$16.65/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Novi

Line Cook/Prep Cook

Novi, MI

$16.65/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Server

Troy, MI · On-site

$13.73/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Manager Trainee

Novi, MI · On-site

$26/hr

KuraSushi USA is an innovative and techinteractive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as asubsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant inOsaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi Troy

Server

Troy, MI

$13.73/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

Kura Sushi

Server

Troy, MI · On-site

$13.73/hr

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech-interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the ...

SSP America

Restaurant Cashier

Romulus, MI · On-site

$16.50/hr

Our restaurant portfolio in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport includes Chili's, Max & Erma's, Buddy's, Sora Japanese Cuisine, Coffey Beanery, etc... At SSP America, our Restaurant Cashier ...

SSP Group

Restaurant Cashier

Detroit, MI

$16.50/hr

Our restaurant portfolio in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport includes Chili's, Max & Erma's, Buddy's, Sora Japanese Cuisine, Coffey Beanery, etc... At SSP America, our Restaurant Cashier ...

SSP Group

Restaurant Cashier

Detroit, MI · On-site

$16.50/hr

Our restaurant portfolio in the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport includes Chili's, Max & Erma's, Buddy's, Sora Japanese Cuisine, Coffey Beanery, etc... At SSP America, our Restaurant Cashier ...

Method Co.

Host - Hiroki San

Detroit, MI · On-site

... Japanese whiskies. Explore the concept: About Method Co. Method Co. is a boutique hospitality company that develops, designs, and operates a portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and apartment-style ...

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Restaurant Assistant Manager

Kura Sushi Novi

Novi, MI

$26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Kura Sushi rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

KURA SUSHI – Pioneers of the revolving sushi concept!

Interview for our location in Novi 

Starting at $26.00/hr. (annual equivalent of $54,080)  

Come join the Kura Krew, a team that is passionate about food, culture and providing a unique experience!

*Come roll with us!!! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7r-TWg_BCAY
*Must be at least 18 years of age or older to apply
*Check out our Benefits!- https://kurasushi.com/restaurant-benefits

Assistant Managers at Kura Sushi take pride in ensuring our Guests are provided with the freshest, tastiest food and a positive dining experience at all times.

Assistant Managers are:

  • Effective and efficient hands-on leaders that directly work alongside employees
  • Organized and adept with time-management
  • Analyzers of daily operational and guest service needs
  • Passionate about developing and mentoring staff
  • Adheres to company policies and procedures
  • Team players who go above and beyond
  • Flexible and available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Benefits: We value our employees' time and efforts! We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life)
  • Paid Time off
  • Bonus
  • Meal discounts
  • Flexible scheduling + life-work balance
  • Career growth opportunities - we put a strong focus on promotion from within!
  • Generous employee referral program - get paid to work with your friends! (conditions apply)

 About Kura Sushi USA:

Kura Sushi USA is an innovative and tech interactive Japanese restaurant established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc. Since the opening of the first restaurant in Osaka, Japan in 1977, the Kura Corporation has grown substantially with over 540 locations across Japan, Taiwan and the United States.

Kura Sushi is on a mission to revolutionize the sushi dining experience. As pioneers of the “revolving sushi” concept, we combine advanced technology, premium ingredients, and affordable prices to enhance the unique revolving sushi dining experience.

Kura Sushi provides equal opportunities for everyone that works for us and everyone that applies to join our team, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service, past, present, or future, in the uniformed services of the United States (military or veteran status), or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay Transparency: This position offers a pay rate of ($26 to $26) per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation offered is also subject to local wage and hour laws. At Kura Sushi, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring competitive compensation for all roles


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