Sushi Chef - BOH

Tacoma, WA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $19.75

Benefits

competitive pay

Medical insurance

401K with company match

Dental Insurance

vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Employee meal discounts

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive culture

Job Description

Trapper's Sushi is a well-established restaurant known for its commitment to quality, freshness, and exceptional guest experiences. As part of a growing restaurant group, Trapper's Sushi prides itself on offering a diverse menu centered around authentic Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi. The restaurant emphasizes teamwork, respect, accountability, passion, honesty, and kindness through its TRAPCHK core values, creating a supportive and engaging work environment for its staff and a memorable dining experience for its guests. Trapper's Sushi values its employees by providing competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, making it a sought-after place for culinary professionals passionate about Japanese cuisine.

The Sushi Chef role at Trapper's Sushi is critical in maintaining and elevating the restaurant's reputation for excellence. This position involves preparing and presenting various sushi dishes, including sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty items, with a strong focus on precision, creativity, presentation, and consistency. The Sushi Chef ensures that every dish meets the high standards of freshness and quality that Trapper's Sushi demands while adhering to strict sanitation and food safety protocols. Beyond food preparation, the role requires interaction with guests at the sushi bar to provide an engaging and informative experience that enhances customer satisfaction.

This role demands the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. The Sushi Chef collaborates with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to uphold smooth service flow and accurate fulfillment of orders. Additionally, the position involves inventory management, restocking supplies, assisting with prep work, and helping train new sushi staff. This comprehensive role is vital for sustaining the harmony and success of the sushi bar and overall restaurant operations. Employment is full-time or part-time as business needs require, with competitive pay ranging from $19.75 to $22.75 per hour plus tips, reflecting experience levels. Overall, this opportunity presents an ideal career path for culinary professionals seeking to refine their sushi-making skills while contributing to a thriving team-oriented culture at Trapper's Sushi.

Job Requirements

1-3 years of professional sushi preparation experience preferred
strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi preparation techniques
ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
excellent attention to detail and consistency
positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
Washington State Food Handler's Permit required prior to hire
availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Job 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
must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Job Duties

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