Prep Cook - BOH

Trapper's Sushi Co.; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 25,141 - 28,585; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay ($18.25/hr. – $20.75/hr. DOE)

Medical insurance – 80% employer paid after 60 days

401(k) with company match

Voluntary dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive, team-oriented culture

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Federal Way, Washington is looking for a Prep Cook to prepare ingredients and maintain kitchen organization. This role is essential for ensuring product quality and food safety while contributing to a clean, efficient kitchen.

The ideal candidate should possess strong knife skills, be able to follow recipes closely, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, medical insurance, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Strong knife skills and familiarity with food preparation techniques.
• Valid Washington State Food Worker Card required prior to first day of work.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure consistency and quality in all prep work.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep stations.
• Follow food safety guidelines for storage and handling.
• Assist kitchen team as needed.

Skills

Knife skills

Food preparation techniques

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Washington State Food Worker Card

Job description

Responsibilities

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting daily food production in alignment with Trapper's Sushi standards. This role plays a key part in ensuring product quality, food safety, and efficient kitchen operations while contributing to a clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment.

What You\'ll Do

• Prepare ingredients—including vegetables, proteins, sauces, and sushi components—according to standardized recipes and production lists
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality in all prep work to support smooth service periods
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of prep stations, storage areas, equipment, and tools
• Follow all food safety guidelines, including proper storage, labeling, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention
• Restock and rotate ingredients to maintain freshness and minimize waste
• Set up and break down prep areas, ensuring all equipment is cleaned and stored properly at the end of each shift
• Assist cooks, sushi chefs, and kitchen team members as needed to support overall kitchen operations
• Communicate supply shortages, equipment issues, or safety concerns to leadership promptly
• Demonstrate and uphold all TRAPCHK core values of teamwork, respect, accountability, professionalism, communication, honesty, and kindness

What\u2019s In It For You

• Competitive pay ($18.25/hr. – $20.75/hr. DOE)
• Medical insurance – 80% employer paid after 60 days (with qualifying hours)
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year of service)
• Voluntary dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid sick leave (per WA state/local laws)
• Employee meal discounts
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing restaurant group
• Supportive, team-oriented culture.

Requirements

What You Bring to the Table

• Previous prep cook or kitchen experience preferred but not required
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with basic food preparation techniques
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and verbal instructions consistently
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Valid Washington State Food Worker Card required prior to first day of work
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
• Work performed in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, knives, cleaning chemicals, and moderate noise levels
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including cut-resistant gloves and non-slip footwear, is required

Compliance & Equal Opportunity

This role is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in this role are entitled to overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a workweek (or applicable state law standard).

Trapper\'s Sushi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.