Sushi Chef

Trapper's Sushi Co.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay

401(k) with match

Dental and vision

EAP

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Leadership development

Advancement opportunities

Ownership pathway

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Trapper’s Sushi Co. in San Antonio is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef dedicated to quality and presentation. You will work in a fast-paced, guest-facing open-kitchen setting, collaborating with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll prepare sushi, maintain high standards, and train new staff as needed, while upholding core values of teamwork, respect, accountability, passion, and communication.

Qualifications

• One to three years of professional sushi preparation experience preferred.
• Experience preparing sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi and specialty dishes.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi-preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, cross-contamination prevention, allergen awareness, and FIFO procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.
• Friendly, professional service in a guest-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes according to company recipes and presentation standards.
• Use knives and other kitchen equipment safely and skillfully to portion and prepare ingredients.
• Maintain consistency in flavor, quality, portioning, freshness, and presentation.
• Inspect ingredients before use and promptly report quality or food-safety concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Food safety

Guest service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Texas Food Handler certification

Tools

Sushi knives

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Sushi Chef who is passionate about quality food, exceptional presentation, and memorable guest experiences.

You’re someone who takes pride in your craft, works with precision, and maintains high standards even during the busiest service periods. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment and can balance speed, quality, consistency, food safety, and guest service.

You’re comfortable preparing sushi in an open, guest-facing setting and collaborating with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams. If you’re looking for a role where you can showcase your skills, develop as a leader, and grow with an expanding restaurant organization, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes according to company recipes and presentation standards.
• Use knives and other kitchen equipment safely and skillfully to portion and prepare ingredients.
• Maintain consistency in flavor, quality, portioning, freshness, and presentation.
• Inspect ingredients before use and promptly report quality or food-safety concerns.
• Properly store, label, date, and rotate ingredients following FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked sushi station throughout each shift.
• Follow all sanitation, food-handling, allergen-awareness, and workplace-safety requirements.
• Provide welcoming and knowledgeable service to guests seated at or interacting with the sushi bar.
• Answer guest questions regarding menu items and communicate allergy or dietary requests appropriately.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain smooth service and accurate order execution.
• Monitor inventory, restock supplies, and assist with prep work and opening or closing responsibilities.
• Minimize food waste by following recipes, portion standards, and proper storage procedures.
• Support the training and development of new sushi employees as assigned.
• Uphold Trapper’s Sushi’s TRAPCHK core values: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Communication, Honesty, and Kindness.
• Perform other related duties and support business needs as assigned.

What’s In It for You

• Compensation: $18.50 per hour plus tips.
• Medical insurance with 80% of the employee-only premium paid by the company after 60 days, subject to qualifying hours.
• DailyPay access, allowing eligible employees to access earned wages before payday.
• 401(k) with company match after one year of service.
• Voluntary dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local laws and company policy.
• Employee meal discounts.
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunities to grow within an expanding restaurant organization.
• A pathway to become a Managing Partner and pursue restaurant ownership through our ownership program.
• A supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented workplace where your contributions matter.

Requirements

What You Bring

• One to three years of professional sushi preparation experience is preferred.
• Experience preparing sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi and specialty dishes.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi-preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, cross-contamination prevention, allergen awareness, and FIFO procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and consistently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.
• Ability to provide friendly, professional service in a guest‑facing environment.
• Positive attitude with strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and preparation procedures.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the restaurant team.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts based on business needs.
• Texas Food Handler certification required or must be obtained within the timeframe required by applicable law.

The Physical Stuff

• Restaurant-based position performed in a busy kitchen and guest-facing sushi bar.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive chopping, cutting, rolling, plating, reaching, and grasping motions.
• Ability to regularly bend, reach, twist, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate knives and other commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work around varying temperatures, food allergens, raw seafood, sharp tools, wet surfaces, and moderate-to-high noise levels.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts based on business needs.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state law. This position is eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Trapper’s Sushi is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This applies to all employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and disciplinary action.

Trapper’s Sushi will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for other protected needs as required by applicable law.

This posting describes the general nature and primary responsibilities of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs