Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Competitive compensation up to $21.50 / hour wages + tips, with base rates starting at $18.50

Bamboo Sushi | Coming to Kirkland, Washington – 2026

Bamboo Sushi is a restaurant of purpose. Through our food, our service, and our spirit, we create experiences that inspire—rooted in sustainability, craft, and teamwork.

We’re thrilled to be opening a brand-new Bamboo Sushi location in Kirkland, Washington in 2026 , and we’re looking for enthusiastic Prep Cooks to help set the foundation for a smooth, high-quality kitchen operation from day one.

If you love working with fresh ingredients, enjoy supporting a collaborative team, and want to grow your skills in a fast-paced kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity.

As a Prep Cook at Bamboo Sushi, you’ll play a key role in preparing the ingredients and supporting the kitchen so every dish is ready to shine.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepping ingredients and maintaining organized, ready-to-go stations
• Supporting the kitchen team across prep, cleaning, and other tasks as needed
• Ensuring all food is handled safely and workstations remain clean and organized
• Collaborating with BOH and FOH teams to deliver consistent, high-quality service

We value our team and want them to thrive—inside and outside of work.

• Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
• Competitive compensation up to $21.50 / hour wages + tips, with base rates starting at $18.50
• Tip Pool shared by entire restaurant
• Health and life insurance for team members averaging 25+ hours/week
• Paid vacation time—up to 2 weeks accrued annually (years 1–5)
• 401(k) to help plan for your future
• Employee dining discounts
• Opportunities for growth, professional education, and career advancement

• Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards
• Team-first mindset and willingness to help wherever needed
• Understanding of safe and sanitary food handling practices
• Calm, respectful, and problem-solving attitude
• Valid Food Handler’s Card

Preferred:

• Experience in food prep, inventory, or stocking—but the right attitude and curiosity matter most

Bamboo Sushi fosters an inclusive, inspiring, and collaborative environment where all voices are valued and every idea matters. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations as needed to ensure everyone has a fair chance to succeed.

• Fast-paced, lively kitchen environment
• Hands-on, physically active work with a focus on quality
• Strong collaboration, teamwork, and connection across the kitchen

If you’re ready to hone your skills, contribute to a growing team, and be part of Bamboo Sushi’s Kirkland opening in 2026 , we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start your culinary journey with us.