Job Title: Kitchen Production Assistant
Location: Damen and Fulton streets Chicago, IL
Job Type: Part-Time
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7:00am–12:30pm
Compensation: Starting at $16.60/hr to $19/hr (depending on experience)
Hours per Week: 20–35 hours
Company: Kororin US Inc
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About Us
Kororin started as a small “onigiri shuttle” and has grown into a wholesale food company distributing to over 50 stores and markets across Chicagoland.
We’re a diverse, values-driven team that believes in mutual respect, collaboration, and building a company our team is proud to work for.
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About the Role
We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Kitchen Production Assistant to join our growing team.
This role is essential to our daily operations — helping prepare fresh onigiri (Japanese rice balls), maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality.
This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow their skills in food production and join a supportive, fast-paced team environment.
Speed, accuracy, attention to detail, and food safety are very important in this role.
If you have previous kitchen or sushi experience, we’re happy to offer a starting rate of up to $19/hour.
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Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation
● Assist with ingredient preparation (washing, cutting, measuring, mixing)
● Follow recipes and portioning guidelines accurately and efficiently
● Help assemble ready-to-eat onigiri and maki products under supervision
Kitchen Maintenance
● Keep kitchen and prep areas clean, sanitized, and well-organized
● Wash and store dishes, utensils, and equipment properly
● Follow health and food safety procedures at all times
Inventory & Stock
● Monitor stock levels and notify team when items run low
● Receive, label, and properly store all deliveries
● Organize ingredients and maintain cleanliness in storage areas
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What We’re Looking For
● Previous kitchen experience preferred (especially in sushi or food prep)
● Reliable, punctual, and able to work efficiently with a team
● Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and food safety guidelines
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks
● Positive attitude and willingness to learn
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If you’re passionate about food, enjoy working with your hands, and want to help bring onigiri to more people in Chicago, we’d love to meet you!