Sushi Chef: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth Path

Trapper's Sushi Co.; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

DailyPay access

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Leadership development

Ownership pathway

Job summary

Dove Creek Trappers is hiring an experienced Sushi Chef to lead high-quality sushi preparation in a fast-paced setting. You will craft rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to ensure superb guest experiences.

We offer a path to leadership, training opportunities, and a supportive, team-oriented workplace where your skills can grow with an expanding restaurant organization.

Qualifications

• One to three years of professional sushi preparation experience is 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.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts based on business needs.
• Texas Food Handler certification required or must be obtained within the timeframe required by applicable law.

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 regarding 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 employees 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 preparation

Knife skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Dove Creek Trappers is hiring an experienced Sushi Chef to lead high-quality sushi preparation in a fast-paced setting. You will craft rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with front‑of‑house teams to ensure superb guest experiences.

We offer a path to leadership, training opportunities, and a supportive, team-oriented workplace where your skills can grow with an expanding restaurant organization.