Sushi Chef: Craft, Lead & Path to Ownership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay

401(k) match

Dental & vision

EAP

Paid sick leave

Meal discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Bonney Lake, WA is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef to join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You will craft sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep and inventory, and uphold food safety and quality standards while delivering an exceptional dining experience.

You thrive on creativity, precision, and collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house staff. The role offers growth opportunities, including leadership development and an ownership pathway, with competitive

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional sushi preparation experience.
• 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 evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts based on business needs.
• 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 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 TRAPCHK 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 prep

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Guest service

Job description

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Bonney Lake, WA is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef to join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You will craft sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep and inventory, and uphold food safety and quality standards while delivering an exceptional dining experience.

You thrive on creativity, precision, and collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house staff. The role offers growth opportunities, including leadership development and an ownership pathway, with competitive