Sushi Chef - BOH

Here we grow again!

We’re looking for an experienced, dependable, and guest-focused Sushi Chef who takes pride in creating fresh, high-quality dishes with precision and consistency.

You’re someone who approaches every plate with attention to detail and understands that presentation, freshness, and flavor all matter. You thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment and can maintain accuracy, organization, and excellent service during busy shifts.

You’re comfortable preparing sushi in view of guests, working with sharp tools, following food-safety procedures, and collaborating with both front-of-house and kitchen team members. You enjoy creating memorable guest experiences and contributing to a supportive, team-oriented workplace.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to strengthen your culinary skills, develop as a leader, and grow within an expanding restaurant group, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes according to company recipes and presentation standards.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness, quality, and proper preparation before use.
• Store, label, date, and rotate ingredients in accordance with FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked sushi station throughout each shift.
• Follow all food-safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, and cross-contamination prevention procedures.
• Provide friendly and engaging service to guests seated at or interacting with the sushi bar.
• Answer guest questions about menu items and communicate allergy or dietary concerns appropriately.
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house team members to maintain efficient service and accurate order execution.
• Monitor inventory levels and restock ingredients, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Complete assigned food preparation and opening or closing responsibilities.
• Support the training and development of new sushi team members.
• Maintain company standards for quality, portioning, consistency, and presentation.
• Demonstrate Trapper’s Sushi’s TRAPCHK core values: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Honesty, and Kindness.
• Perform other related duties and support business needs as assigned.

What’s In It for You

Compensation: $18.50 per hour plus tips.

• Medical insurance with 80% of the employee-only premium paid by the company after 60 days, subject to applicable eligibility and qualifying-hour requirements.
• DailyPay access, allowing eligible employees to access earned wages before payday.
• 401(k) with company match after one year of service.
• Voluntary dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
• Employee meal discounts.
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunities to grow within an expanding restaurant organization.
• A supportive, collaborative, and people-first culture where your contributions matter.

Benefit eligibility, waiting periods, and employer contributions may vary based on location, position, scheduled hours, and employment classification.