Sushi Chef - BOH

Paylocity; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay access

401(k) plan

Dental and vision coverage

Employee EAP

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi in Tukwila, WA, is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef for a guest-facing role in a fast-paced kitchen and sushi bar. You will prepare rolls, nigiri, and sashimi, maintain quality portions, and ensure safe handling of ingredients.

We value teamwork and high standards. Candidates should have 1–3 years of sushi prep experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to train teammates while maintaining consistent presentation.

Qualifications

• 1-3 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 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.
• Washington State Food Worker Card required, or must be obtained within 14 days of beginning work.

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.
• 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 about 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 team members 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.

Skills

Sushi prep

Knife skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Guest service

Teamwork

Sushi bar service

Tools

Knives

Sushi bar equipment

Job description

Description

Here we grow again!

NOTE: Applicants must live in the Tukwila/South King County, WA area. We do not offer relocation assistance for this role.

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. You enjoy sharing your knowledge with guests and helping newer team members build their skills.

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 about 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 team members 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: $23.00 per hour + tips.

• Medical insurance: coverage begins the first of the month following two consecutive months of full-time employment. Trapper's covers 80% of the premium for employee-only coverage on the PPO 1000 plan.


• DailyPay access, allowing eligible employees to access earned wages before payday.


• 401(k) retirement plan, eligible after one year of continuous employment (subject to plan terms).


• Voluntary dental and vision coverage.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


• Paid sick leave in accordance with Washington state and local laws.


• A complimentary meal while on shift, plus a 25% dining discount off duty that extends to your immediate family.


• 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

• 1-3 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 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.


• Washington State Food Worker Card required, or must be obtained within 14 days of beginning work.

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 frequently.


• 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.