Sushi Chef — Precision Craft, Fresh Flavors, Fast-Paced Team

Trapper's Sushi Co.; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Advancement opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Washington State is looking for an experienced Sushi Chef to prepare and present sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision and creativity.

This role emphasizes quality, freshness, and presentation while maintaining a clean, safe, and guest-focused environment. You will work with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service, train new staff, and uphold company values of teamwork and respect.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional sushi preparation experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and in-depth knowledge of sushi preparation techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency.
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork, and communication skills.
• Washington State Food Handler's Permit required prior to hire.

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

Teamwork/communication

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

Trapper's Sushi Co. in Washington State is looking for an experienced Sushi Chef to prepare and present sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes with precision and creativity.

This role emphasizes quality, freshness, and presentation while maintaining a clean, safe, and guest-focused environment. You will work with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service, train new staff, and uphold company values of teamwork and respect.