Sushi Chef - Craft Mastery, Lead Your Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay

401(k)

Dental & Vision

EAP

Paid sick leave

Employee meals

Leadership development

Advancement opportunities

Ownership program

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Trapper’s Sushi Co. in Silverdale, WA is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef who takes pride in craft, creativity, and quality. You will prepare sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep and inventory, and uphold food safety in a fast-paced, team-focused kitchen.

You’ll collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience, train new staff, and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented restaurant environment with paths to leadership.

Qualifications

• One to three years of professional sushi preparation experience preferred.
• Experience preparing 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.
• Commitment to quality presentation and customer experience.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication in a guest-facing environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.
• 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 ingredients are stored, labeled, and rotated following FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation and uphold 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 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

Communication

Attention to detail

Guest service

Job description

Trapper’s Sushi Co. in Silverdale, WA is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef who takes pride in craft, creativity, and quality. You will prepare sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, manage prep and inventory, and uphold food safety in a fast-paced, team-focused kitchen.

You’ll collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience, train new staff, and contribute to a supportive, growth-oriented restaurant environment with paths to leadership.