Sushi Chef - Trapper's Sushi

Sushi Chef – Trapper's Sushi (Northbend, WA)

Pay: $22.00 - $25.50 per hour + Tips

Trapper's Sushi is excited to bring our signature rolls, bold flavors, and fast-paced energy to Dove Creek! We're looking for a skilled and motivated Sushi Chef who takes pride in their craft and thrives in a team‑driven kitchen. If you're passionate about quality, consistency, and creating memorable guest experiences, this is the perfect role for you.

The Sushi Chef is responsible for preparing sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty items while upholding Trapper's standards for quality, presentation, and food safety. This role requires excellent knife skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently during high‑volume service.

• Prepare sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and other menu items to company specifications.
• Maintain ingredient freshness, proper storage, and accurate FIFO rotation.
• Keep a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation throughout service.
• Follow all food safety practices and Texas food handling regulations.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and front‑of‑house teams to support smooth service.
• Assist with daily prep, inventory checks, and restocking needs.
• Demonstrate and uphold all TRAPCHK values: teamwork, respect, accountability, passion, honesty, and kindness.

• 1–3 years of sushi preparation experience preferred.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with sushi preparation techniques.
• Ability to work quickly, cleanly, and consistently under pressure.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication with team members.
• Texas Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain shortly after hire).
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Standing for extended periods in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Lifting up to 30 pounds (ingredients, containers, equipment).
• Repetitive motions including chopping, rolling, and plating.

• Competitive pay: $22.00 - $25.50 per hour + Tips
• Sick leave (per Washington & local guidelines)
• 401(k) with company match (after 1 year of service)
• Employee meal discounts
• Opportunities for growth as Trapper's continues expanding in Texas
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture

Trapper's Sushi provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and more.