Sushi Chef - Craft Artful Rolls, Top Pay + Tips

Trapper's Sushi Co.; Covington (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

EAP

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Covington, WA seeks an experienced Sushi Chef to craft rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision and creativity. You will maintain quality, freshness, and presentation while ensuring a clean, safe, and guest-focused work environment.

Responsibilities include proper ingredient storage, FIFO rotation, and guiding front-of-house staff. The role requires 1–3 years of sushi prep experience, strong knife skills, and willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional sushi preparation experience preferred
• Strong knife skills and in-depth knowledge of sushi preparation techniques
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork, and communication skills
• Washington State Food Handler's Permit required prior to hire
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes according to company standards and recipes
• Ensure all ingredients are properly stored, labeled, and rotated following FIFO procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and uphold all sanitation and food safety requirements
• Provide exceptional guest interactions at the sushi bar, answering questions and creating a memorable experience
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain smooth service flow and accurate order execution
• Monitor inventory, restock supplies, and assist with prep work as needed
• Uphold Trapper's Sushi's core values: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Honesty, and Kindness
• Support training of new sushi staff members and contribute to team morale through leadership by example

Skills

Sushi preparation

Knife skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Covington, WA seeks an experienced Sushi Chef to craft rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision and creativity. You will maintain quality, freshness, and presentation while ensuring a clean, safe, and guest-focused work environment.

Responsibilities include proper ingredient storage, FIFO rotation, and guiding front-of-house staff. The role requires 1–3 years of sushi prep experience, strong knife skills, and willingness to work evenings and weekends.