Sushi Chef — Leadership Path & Mastery

Trappers Sushi Silverdale Inc; Silverdale (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 and advancement

Ownership pathway program

Team-oriented workplace

Job summary

Trapper’s Sushi in Washington state is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef who takes pride in craft, creativity, and quality. The role involves preparing and presenting sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, managing preparation and inventory, and ensuring food safety in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams, maintain high standards, and mentor junior staff while contributing to a dynamic restaurant team.

Qualifications

• One to three years of 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.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality presentation.
• Friendly, professional service in a guest-facing environment.

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 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

Job description

Trapper’s Sushi in Washington state is seeking a dependable Sushi Chef who takes pride in craft, creativity, and quality. The role involves preparing and presenting sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes, managing preparation and inventory, and ensuring food safety in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams, maintain high standards, and mentor junior staff while contributing to a dynamic restaurant team.