Sushi Cook

Summary There’s a side of Big Sky, Montana that’s unlike anywhere else - and at Moonlight Basin, you’ll experience it firsthand. Spanning over 8,000 acres of breathtaking alpine landscape, Moonlight offers a truly unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and elevated private club living. As part of our team, you’ll work in one of the most scenic and inspiring environments in the country - where towering peaks, endless trails, pristine forests, and direct access to world-class skiing at Big Sky Resort are just the beginning. Whether it’s a powder-filled winter or a sun-drenched summer, Moonlight Basin is a place where work and lifestyle come together in unforgettable ways. Our team members enjoy the opportunity to grow professionally while being immersed in a culture rooted in excellence, hospitality, and the spirit of the mountains. From golf and hiking to fly fishing, biking, and exploring nearby Yellowstone National Park, Moonlight Basin puts you at the heart of everything that makes Montana special. Located just minutes from the town of Big Sky and within easy reach of Bozeman, Moonlight offers the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and community. If you're passionate about the outdoors, driven by service, and looking to be part of something exceptional, Moonlight Basin could be the place for you.

The Opportunity Moonlight Basin is seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Sushi Cook to prepare the highest-quality sushi plates and rolls for our members and guests. Every plate that leaves our kitchen reflects the care and craftsmanship that define the Moonlight Basin dining experience. In this position, you will prepare intricate, beautifully presented sushi, uphold strict raw-food handling and sanitation standards, and work alongside a talented culinary team in a fast-paced, luxury club setting. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced sushi cook who takes pride in precision, presentation, and consistency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare sushi orders according to recipes and instructions, executing intricate, aesthetically pleasing sushi plates and rolls efficiently and consistently.
• Prepare a variety of seafood, meats, poultry, vegetables, and other ingredients for service.
• Properly handle ready-to-eat food served raw, following all food safety standards.
• Use knives, hand tools, utensils, and equipment to portion, cut, slice, julienne, chill, freeze, and otherwise prepare food for the dining room and sushi bar.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnish, and monitor the quality and quantity of food prepared and served.
• Check and record the temperatures of food and equipment using thermometers and thermostats.
• Monitor stock of kitchen supplies and ingredients, and assist with month-end inventory.
• Partner with the culinary and restaurant team to keep all facilities in compliance with federal, state, local, and Moonlight Basin sanitation and safety standards.
• Clean and maintain the kitchen and sushi station at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Follow all property safety and security procedures. In the event of an accident or emergency, seek medical attention if needed and notify your manager and Human Resources immediately.
• Adhere to and reinforce Moonlight Basin’s brand standards, service guidelines, and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Proficient in English reading, writing, and comprehension; additional language skills are a plus.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members, leadership, vendors, and members/guests.
• Exceptional knife skills, precision, and attention to detail in preparation and presentation.
• Committed to outstanding member and guest satisfaction and to representing Moonlight Basin professionally.
• Maintains a positive, respectful attitude and a clean, neat professional appearance.
• Respects member privacy at all times.
• Solves basic problems independently and knows when to involve a manager; able to perform basic math calculations and use basic computer skills.
• Comfortably adapts to variable volume demands across winter and summer seasons, with strong planning and execution skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a sushi cook required.
• Knowledge and operation of all kitchen equipment, small and large scale.
• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen and demonstrated customer service experience.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as business needs require.
• High school diploma, GED, vocational training, or related coursework required.
• ServSafe certification (preferred).
• Experience in a private club, resort, or luxury restaurant setting (preferred).

Supervisory Responsibilities None.

Benefits of Employment

• Seasonal bonus or Ski Pass Option
• Complimentary meal per shift
• End-of-season discounts on our retail store items
• Employee housing options available (Seasonal)

Working Conditions Work is performed primarily in a commercial kitchen and sushi bar environment, with exposure to heat, cold, sharp tools, and wet or slippery floors. Schedules vary based on business needs and include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members are expected to follow Moonlight Basin uniform and appearance standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms.
• Constant use of hands and fingers to handle knives, tools, and food items with precision.
• Visual acuity to ensure the accuracy, neatness, and quality of food presentation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks at elevation (approximately 7,500+ ft.).

Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Team members need to request reasonable accommodation from their manager and/or human resources.