Sushi Chef - BOH

Here we grow again!

We're looking for an experienced, dependable, and guest-focused Sushi Chef to join our team in Surprise, Arizona .

You're someone who approaches every plate with precision and takes pride in producing fresh, high-quality food. 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).
• Earned paid sick time in accordance with Arizona law.
• 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 position, scheduled hours, and employment classification.

Requirements

What You Bring

• One to three years of professional sushi-preparation experience preferred.
• Experience preparing sushi rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and specialty dishes preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of sushi-preparation techniques.
• Understanding of food-safety, sanitation, allergen-awareness, and proper food-storage practices.
• Ability to prepare dishes accurately and consistently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and presentation.
• Clear verbal communication and guest-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple orders and priorities during busy service periods.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and willingness to support team needs.
• Valid food-handler certification meeting applicable Arizona and local requirements must be obtained within the required timeframe.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts based on business needs.

The Physical Stuff

• Restaurant-based work environment, including a busy kitchen and guest-facing sushi bar.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly bend, reach, twist, and use hands and arms for repetitive chopping, rolling, cutting, and plating.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
• Frequent in-person communication with guests, team members, and restaurant leaders.
• Ability to safely use knives, food-preparation equipment, and other kitchen tools.
• Ability to work around food allergens, sharp tools, moderate noise, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as required.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable Arizona law. This position is eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Trapper's Sushi is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This applies to all employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and disciplinary action.

Trapper's Sushi will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for other protected needs as required by applicable law.

This posting describes the general nature and primary responsibilities of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.