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Sushi/Omakase Training Program

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The Job-Ready Sushi & Omakase Training Program is a 20-hour short-term, hands-on training program. This is an employer-focused training program based on local restaurant hiring needs. The program helps students build basic sushi skills, food safety knowledge, kitchen discipline, and job readiness.
Qualified students may be referred to our partner restaurants for interviews, trial shifts, or job placement opportunities after completing the training.
No advanced sushi or culinary experience is required. This program is designed for serious entry-level candidates who are reliable, willing to learn, and ready to work.

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Program Highlights

• 20 hours of hands-on sushi training
• Training conducted at St. Thomas University
• Designed for entry-level and beginner candidates
• Focused on sushi helper, omakase assistant, and Japanese restaurant job readiness
• Food safety, kitchen hygiene, and restaurant discipline included
• Small class format for better hands-on practice
• Training based on local restaurant hiring needs
• Qualified students may be referred to partner restaurants after completion
• Students may receive 50% of tuition back after working with a partner restaurant for at least 6 months

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Course Content

The program may include the following training areas:
① Food Safety & Kitchen Hygiene
② Sushi Station Fundamentals
③ Introductory Sushi Skills
④ Restaurant Job Readiness
⑤ Employer-Based Training

Students will learn basic sushi station setup, sushi rice handling, seaweed use, rolling practice, simple sushi roll preparation, portion control, knife safety awareness, cleaning habits, teamwork, and professional kitchen expectations.

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Benefits for Students

By joining this program, students can:

• Learn practical sushi skills in a short period of time
• Prepare for sushi helper, omakase assistant, or Japanese restaurant job opportunities
• Build confidence before entering a professional kitchen
• Gain basic sushi and kitchen skills that are in demand
• Improve food safety and workplace discipline
• Work toward better hourly pay and long-term career growth

This program is a good fit for job seekers, career changers, students, and entry-level workers who want to build a practical skill and enter the restaurant industry.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applicants who are:
• Interested in sushi, Japanese cuisine, or restaurant kitchen jobs
• Reliable and serious about working
• Willing to learn hands-on sushi skills
• Able to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Looking for a better career path in the food service industry

No advanced experience is required.

Program Tuition

The tuition for the Job-Ready Sushi & Omakase Training Program is $500 per student.

The tuition includes the full training-to-employment package:

• 20 hours of hands-on sushi and culinary training at St. Thomas University
• Training materials and basic supplies
• Food ingredients used during training
• Certificate support after completion
• Student evaluation
• Job referral support for qualified students
• Referral to partner restaurants for interview, trial shift, or job placement opportunities

Final hiring decisions are made by the employers.

“Under ACAI’s program policy, qualified students who complete the training and maintain employment with a partner restaurant for 6 months are eligible for a 50% tuition reimbursement, and those who remain employed for 12 months are eligible for a 100% reimbursement, subject to employment verification.”

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Contact Information

For more information, please contact:
Asian Culinary & Art Institute
Phone/Text: 305-890-0185
Email: admin@naehusa.com

📍Training Location
St. Thomas University (STU)
16401 NW 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054

📅 Program Schedule
Next Training Session:
Mid-July 2026

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Job-Ready Sushi/Omakase Training Program