This position has an expected 60 hours work week and weekend availability is a must.
Position Summary:
The Assistant General Manager (AGM) helps the General Manager run every part of Yama’s daily operations: the sushi counter, grocery sales floor, inventory, staffing and guest experience. The AGM leads the store when the General Manager is away. This hands-on role needs someone with real sushi skills who can also lead a team, hit financial targets and maintain Yama’s standards for quality, freshness and Japanese food culture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Store Leadership & Operations
- Assist the General Manager in overseeing all daily store operations
- Open and close the store, including cash handling, safe counts, deposits and security procedures
- Build and manage employee schedules that align with sales trends and labor budgets
- Ensure the store complies with all company policies, SOPs and brand standards
- Train, coach and mentor staff, including sushi chefs, sushi helpers, cashiers and stock associates
- Spot high performers and develop them for future leadership roles
- Help drive sales and control costs, including food cost, labor, waste and shrink
- Manage inventory for sushi ingredients, grocery items, and supplies
Sushi Production, Food Quality & Safety
- Demonstrate expert knife skills, cutting and portioning techniques, and teach them to others
- Ensure seafood quality, freshness, proper storage and handling at all times
- Collaborate with the sushi team on new menu items, specials and seasonal offerings
- Hold the team to consistent quality, speed and presentation on every sushi item
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, health code and sanitation rules
- Keep temperature logs, cleaning schedules and HACCP records
- Lead the store through health inspections and internal audits
- Maintain a safe workplace and report incidents promptly
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficiency in sushi preparation methods
- Deep understanding of seafood types, shelf life and flavor pairings
- Strong knife handling and presentation skills
- Knowledge of Japanese grocery products, ingredients and terminology
- Strong leadership, coaching and conflict resolution skills
- Understanding of retail operations, merchandising and inventory control
- Business sense, including the ability to read sales reports and manage food cost and labor
- Excellent time management, organization and multitasking skills
- Clear verbal and written communication; Japanese language skills a plus
- Comfortable with POS systems, scheduling software and basic computer tools (email, Excel/Google Sheets)
- Able to stay calm and decisive in a fast-paced environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Repetitive motions including cutting, chopping, reaching, bending and stocking shelves
- Exposure to cold food storage, freezers and hot equipment
Qualifications
- 4–5 years of sushi and sashimi experience (required)
- 2+ years of supervisory or management experience in a restaurant, grocery or food retail setting (required)
- Certified Food Protection Manager certification, such as ServSafe Manager (required, or obtained within 30 days of hire)
- Experience with inventory management, ordering and scheduling preferred
- Knowledge of Japanese ingredients and terminology
- Availability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
Yama Sushi Marketplace is your neighborhood Japanese sushi market, proudly serving the community for over 40 years. We now have three locations across San Gabriel, West LA, and Koreatown. We’re best known for our premium grab-and-go sushi, consistently ranked among the best in Los Angeles. But we’re more than just a sushi spot—we’re a window to Japan. From LA’s largest selection of sake to rare Japanese snacks, artisanal sauces, and specialty items sourced directly from Japan, we bring the authentic tastes and spirit of Japan to your everyday life.
Salary
$100000.00 - $130000.00 per year
Benefits
Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k), 401(k) matching, Referral program, Employee discount, Paid training
Job Type
Full time
Schedule
Monday to Friday, Weekend availability