Sushi Chef - Craft, Leadership Path & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay access

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Leadership development

Advancement opportunities

Ownership program

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi in Washington state is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef to join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You’ll craft sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep, and ensure top quality with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, training new staff, and delivering exceptional guest experiences at the sushi bar. This role offers growth within a collaborative restaurant organization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years 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.

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 (First In, First Out) 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 preparation

Knife skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Washington State Food Worker Card

Job description

Trapper's Sushi in Washington state is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef to join a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen. You’ll craft sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep, and ensure top quality with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, training new staff, and delivering exceptional guest experiences at the sushi bar. This role offers growth within a collaborative restaurant organization.