Prep Cook
Company: Umami Riot
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Umami Riot was born
from a simple idea: pair joyful hospitality with uncompromising
craftsmanship. Founded by Chef Tim Cushman and sake expert Nancy
Cushman , our restaurants celebrate bold flavor, precision, and a
deep respect for Japanese foodways – translated through a
distinctly Boston lens. At Umami Riot, we’re not here to follow the
rules of hospitality, we’re here to rewrite them – with heart,
craft and fearless creativity. Hojoko is a fun, high-energy izakaya
(Japanese Tavern) located in The Verb Hotel in the Fenway
Neighborhood of Boston. Hojoko’s kitchen encompasses live fire
cooking over traditional Japanese binchotan charcoal, an
award-winning burger, all the way to a sushi program that utilizes
fish from Japan’s famed Toyosu Fish Market. We are looking to add a
Prep Cook to our growing team. General Responsibilities include,
but are not limited to: Prepare ingredients according to
established recipes and prep lists (chopping, slicing, portioning,
etc.) Assist with basic cooking tasks as needed Properly label,
store, and rotate food products in accordance with food safety
standards Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas,
equipment, and storage spaces Follow all health, safety, and
sanitation guidelines Support the culinary team to ensure smooth
daily kitchen operations Adhere to all company policies, including
workplace safety, attendance, and conduct standards Additional
duties as assigned. Requirements: Prior kitchen or cooking
experience preferred, but not required Ability to work in a
fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Strong
teamwork and communication skills Highly organized with strong
attention to detail High integrity and professionalism Dependable,
punctual, and able to follow instructions Ability to follow
instructions, recipes, and prep lists accurately Ability to stand
for the entirety of an 8-hour shift, lift and transport items in
excess of 50 lbs, kneel, bend over, lift items above head, work in
small or cramped spaces Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions Strong working knowledge of culinary, safety, and
sanitation practices EOE
Keywords: Umami Riot, Lowell , Prep Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Boston, Massachusetts
