General Manager - Trapper's Sushi

General Manager – Trapper's Sushi (Tacoma)

Pay : $79,500.00 – $8,000.00 annually + Semi-Annual Bonus

Trapper's Sushi is looking for an experienced, people-first General Manager to lead one of our high-volume locations! As one of the Pacific Northwest's most recognized dining brands, our mission is simple :

learn our customers' names and deliver unforgettable service and food that keeps them coming back for more.

If you're a hands-on leader who develops strong teams, runs a tight operation, and thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment, this is the role for you.

Position Overview

The General Manager oversees all daily restaurant operations, ensuring revenue goals, profitability, guest satisfaction, and team performance meet Trapper's Sushi standards. This role is responsible for leading FOH and BOH teams, maintaining labor and cost controls, upholding safety and sanitation requirements, and fostering a culture grounded in our TRAPCHK core values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead FOH and BOH teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences rooted in our guiding principle :

learn our customers' names.

Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service flow, food quality, accuracy, and cleanliness.

Hire, train, coach, and develop team members while maintaining a positive and accountable culture.

Manage labor, inventory, ordering, waste reduction, and cost controls.

Resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly, ensuring proper recovery and documentation.

Maintain compliance with all local / state health, safety, alcohol service, and labor regulations.

Partner with regional leadership on initiatives, performance metrics, and brand standards.

Strengthen community presence through local engagement, promotions, and events.

Demonstrate and uphold all TRAPCHK values : teamwork, respect, accountability, passion, communication, honesty, and kindness.

Experience and Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a General Manager, Restaurant Manager, or Hospitality Manager in a high-volume setting.

Strong leadership, team-development, and conflict-resolution skills.

Knowledge of restaurant financials, scheduling, inventory management, and cost controls.

Familiarity with restaurant management systems, POS platforms, payroll software, and Microsoft Office.

Ability to maintain composure, multitask, and lead effectively during peak business.

Washington State Food Worker Card and MAST Permit required (or obtained prior to first day).

Hospitality, business, or culinary education preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

Standing and walking for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.

Lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.

Repetitive motions including bending, reaching, and carrying during daily operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary : $79,500.00 – $8,000.00 annually + Semi-Annual Bonus

Semi-annual performance-based bonus

Medical insurance : 80% employer-paid for employee-only coverage after eligibility

Voluntary dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match (eligible after 1 year of service)

Paid sick leave (per state / local laws)

Employee meal discounts

Strong internal promotion path as we continue expanding

Supportive, team-oriented leadership environment

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

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

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