Sushi Chef

Sushi ChefCompetitive compensation up to $30 - $34 / hour wages + tips, with base rates starting at $22.00 - $26.00Bamboo Sushi | Coming to Kirkland, Washington – 2026Bamboo Sushi is a restaurant of purpose. Through our food, our service, and our spirit, we create experiences that inspire—rooted in sustainability, craft, and genuine hospitality.We're excited to be opening our newest location in Kirkland, Washington, in 2026 and are beginning to build the talented kitchen team that will bring the Bamboo Sushi experience to the Kirkland community.If you're driven by technique, creativity, and guest connection—and want to be part of an opening team—this is an incredible opportunity to grow with us.What You'll DoAs a Sushi Chef at Bamboo Sushi, you'll work closely with both our kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure consistent, thoughtful, and timely preparation of sushi bar menu items. You'll be hands-on in every aspect of sushi production, from prep to guest interaction, while upholding our high standards of quality and hospitality.You'll progress through our sushi stations based on skill level and experience:Roll Case – Vegetable prep, sushi rice preparation, and mastering roll productionFront Case – Fish breakdown, knife work, nigiri and sashimi preparation, creating omakase experiences, and engaging with guests at the sushi barWheel – Coordinating incoming orders with production while preparing rolls, nigiri, and sashimiHealth, Wealth & HappinessWe believe our team thrives when they feel supported—inside and outside of work.Full-time and Part-time opportunities available—work that fits into your lifeCompetitive compensation up to $30 - $34 / hour wages + tips, with base rates starting at $22.00 - $26.00Tip Pool shared by entire restaurantHealth and life insurance for team members averaging 25+ hours/weekPaid vacation time—up to 2 weeks accrued annually (years 1–5)401(k) to invest in your futureEmployee dining discountsOngoing education, training, and clear advancement opportunities within Bamboo SushiWhat You BringCommitment to food safety, sanitation, and company standardsAbility to maintain clean, organized, and efficient workstationsPassion for continued education in Japanese cuisine and beveragesStrong collaboration with BOH and FOH teamsKnowledge of proper food and product handling and storagePreferred Experience:1+ year in a high-volume and/or guest-facing food service environmentSushi Chefs: 1–2 years of culinary experience or formal culinary educationOur CultureBamboo Sushi is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace where all team members are valued and heard. We believe in equal pay, equal opportunity, and a culture built on mutual respect—for our employees, guests, partners, and the communities we serve.If you need accommodations during any part of the hiring process, our HR team is happy to support you.The VibeFast-paced, full-service restaurant environmentHigh energy, focused teamwork, and constant movementGuest-facing sushi bar with meaningful interactionPhysical & Environment ExpectationsThis role is performed in an active restaurant environment and may include:Moving throughout the restaurant to access equipment and ingredientsOperating standard kitchen and restaurant equipmentStanding for extended periods and navigating stairs or ladders as neededWorking in a busy, sometimes noisy environmentDistinguishing flavors and maintaining attention to detailReasonable accommodations may be made to support qualified individuals throughout the employment process.If you're excited to help shape Bamboo Sushi's Kirkland opening in 2026 and want to be part of a team that values craft, culture, and connection, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and grow with us.