JOIN THE BLUE SAMURAI TEAM

Build Something Great With Us

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At Blue Samurai Sushi Bar & Grill, we're more than a restaurant.

We're a team of people who care about great food, great service, and creating an experience our community is proud of.

For nearly a decade, we've been serving Kalispell and the Flathead Valley—and our continued success is possible because of the people behind every plate, every table, and every guest experience.

We're looking for motivated, dependable, positive people who want to work in a fast-paced environment, learn new skills, take pride in what they do, and be part of a team that continues to grow.

Whether you're an experienced professional or looking for your next opportunity, there may be a place for you at Blue Samurai.

FRESH FISH. SKILLED CRAFTSMANSHIP. MONTANA HOSPITALITY.

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HOST

Be the First Smile Our Guests See

Our hosts set the tone for the entire Blue Samurai experience.

We're looking for friendly, organized, confident people who genuinely enjoy making guests feel welcome.

As a Host, you'll help create a warm first impression, manage seating and reservations, communicate with the restaurant team, and help keep the front of house running smoothly.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Is friendly, welcoming, and professional

• Enjoys interacting with people

• Can stay organized in a busy environment

• Communicates clearly with guests and teammates

• Has a positive attitude

• Can multitask while maintaining attention to detail

• Takes pride in creating a great guest experience

Previous restaurant experience is a plus, but a great attitude and willingness to learn matter most.

JOIN US AS A HOST

If you're outgoing, dependable, and love making people feel welcome, we'd love to meet you.

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SERVER

Turn Great Food Into Great Experiences

A great server does more than take an order.

Our servers are the connection between our kitchen and our guests. They help guests discover the menu, answer questions, anticipate needs, and turn an ordinary dinner into a memorable experience.

We're looking for energetic, attentive team members who take pride in hospitality.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Loves working with people

• Provides warm, attentive service

• Is knowledgeable—or excited to learn—about sushi and our menu

• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Communicates well with guests and coworkers

• Is dependable and team-oriented

• Takes pride in delivering exceptional hospitality

Restaurant experience is valuable, but we're also interested in people with the right personality, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

READY TO SERVE SOMETHING SPECIAL?

If you enjoy connecting with people and creating experiences they'll remember, we'd love to have you on the team.

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CHEF

Bring Your Craft to the Kitchen

Behind every great Blue Samurai experience is a kitchen team that cares about the details.

We're looking for passionate culinary professionals who take pride in quality, consistency, cleanliness, teamwork, and creative food preparation.

As a Chef, you'll play an important role in maintaining the standards our guests have come to expect while contributing your own experience and ideas to our kitchen.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has professional kitchen experience

• Takes pride in food quality and presentation

• Understands the importance of consistency

• Works well under pressure

• Maintains a clean and organized workspace

• Is dependable and team-oriented

• Wants to continue developing culinary skills

We're looking for people who want to contribute—not simply clock in and clock out.

MAKE YOUR MARK IN OUR KITCHEN

If you're passionate about food and want to grow alongside a strong local restaurant team, we'd like to hear from you.

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EXPERIENCED SUSHI CHEF

Bring Your Sushi Craftsmanship to Blue Samurai

Sushi is a craft built through patience, discipline, precision, and experience.

We're looking for an experienced Sushi Chef who understands the importance of quality ingredients, proper preparation, consistency, presentation, and hospitality.

This is an opportunity for a skilled sushi professional to become an important part of the Blue Samurai culinary team and help us continue raising the bar.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has professional sushi preparation experience

• Is confident working with sushi and sashimi

• Understands proper fish handling and preparation

• Takes pride in knife skills and presentation

• Understands sushi rice preparation and quality

• Can maintain consistency during busy service

• Values cleanliness, organization, and food safety

• Works well as part of a team

• Brings creativity while respecting the fundamentals of sushi

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who cares about the craft.

YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS

At Blue Samurai, we believe great chefs never stop learning.

If you have the experience, discipline, and passion to create exceptional sushi—and want to be part of a restaurant with deep Montana roots—we'd love to talk with you.

Apply Now →

 

DISHWASHER

Every Great Kitchen Starts Here

A great restaurant depends on every member of the team.

Our dishwashers play a critical role in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, safe, and moving efficiently throughout service.

We're looking for hardworking, dependable people who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty and understand that every job in a restaurant matters.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Is dependable and punctual

• Works hard and stays productive

• Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Takes pride in cleanliness

• Works well with the kitchen team

• Has a positive attitude

• Is willing to learn and help wherever needed

You don't need years of restaurant experience.

You need a strong work ethic and a willingness to be part of the team.

START YOUR RESTAURANT JOURNEY

For many people, a dishwasher position is the beginning of a career in hospitality. Learn the kitchen, learn the team, learn the business—and grow from there.

Apply Now →

 

WHY WORK WITH BLUE SAMURAI?

Be Part of Something Local

We're proud to be a locally owned Montana restaurant.

When you join Blue Samurai, you're joining a team that has spent nearly a decade building relationships with our guests and our community.

GROW WITH US

We want our team members to learn, develop new skills, and take on new opportunities.

WORK WITH A TEAM

Restaurants work best when everyone has each other's back. We value teamwork, communication, and respect.

TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR WORK

Whether you're preparing sushi, serving a table, welcoming a guest, or keeping the kitchen running, your work matters.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Our restaurant is part of the Flathead Valley community. The people who work here help shape the experience our guests have every day.

 

READY TO JOIN US?

Your Next Opportunity Could Start Here.

If you're hardworking, dependable, positive, and passionate about hospitality, food, or creating great experiences, we want to hear from you.

You don't have to have the perfect résumé.

You have to bring the right attitude, work ethic, and desire to be part of something great.

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SUBMIT APPLICATION

We're grateful for every person who takes the time to apply. If your experience and availability are a good fit for an opening on our team, we'll be in touch.

 

BLUE SAMURAI SUSHI BAR & GRILL

Fresh Fish. Skilled Craftsmanship. Montana Hospitality.

Come grow with us.