Sushi Chef | Full-Time | PHX Arena

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development management and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential highest attended arenas convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions on the planet.

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Sushi Chef to support the operation of our fine-dining sushi program. This position plays a critical hands-on role in executing traditional and contemporary sushi offerings ensuring quality control mentoring junior team members and maintaining high culinary and sanitary standards. The ideal candidate combines strong technical ability with a refined palate and a deep respect for Japanese culinary traditions. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work an event driven schedule including nights and weekends per business needs.

This role pays an hourly rate of $23.50 to $25.00.

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan 401(k) matching and Paid Time Off (vacation days sick days and 11 holidays)

This position will remain open until November 21 2025.

• Prepare and present high-end sushi and sashimi with precision and consistency adhering to house standards and traditional techniques.
• Support the Executive Chef in the daily operation of the sushi station including mise en place production and service.
• Supervise train and schedule sushi team members according to preparation and event days.
• Assist in sourcing and quality-checking seafood rice and specialty ingredients to ensure daily freshness and excellence.
• Monitor prep and production schedules to ensure timely execution during service including omakase and a la carte formats.
• Uphold cleanliness knife safety and sanitation procedures in accordance with HACCP and local health codes.
• Guide and train junior sushi chefs and kitchen assistants in best practices knife skills and plating aesthetics.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu specials seasonal updates and plating innovations.
• Maintain equipment sharpen knives and uphold standards of cleanliness and organization within the sushi station.
• Participate in pre-service meetings culinary briefings and tastings as required.

• 5 years of professional sushi experience in upscale or fine-dining establishments with at least 12 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Mastery of sushi techniques including nigiri maki sashimi and basic Japanese hot/cold kitchen support.
• Solid understanding of fish breakdown rice preparation knife handling and Japanese ingredient usage.
• High attention to detail and commitment to consistency and presentation.
• Ability to lead a small team and maintain composure during high-volume service.
• Familiarity with omakase or chefs counter service is a plus.
• Knowledge of Japanese culinary terms seasonal fish and basic sake pairing preferred.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food handlers permit required.

At OVG we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation strengthens ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status uniform service member status race color religion sex national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information or any other protected class under federal state or local law.