Sushi Master - Omakase

Arcade; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcade is seeking a Sushi Master to lead our omakase counter, delivering exceptional guest experiences with craftsmanship and hospitality. You will prepare nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls and signature dishes, while engaging guests and sharing knowledge.

Ideal candidates bring outstanding knife skills, a deep passion for traditional Japanese techniques, and experience in high-volume, premium hospitality. You’ll work in a chef‑led environment with a focus on quality and guest delight.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sushi Chef or Sushi Master in premium Japanese restaurants or omakase concepts.
• Outstanding knife skills and ability to prepare a wide range of seafood.
• Genuine passion for Japanese cuisine and continuous learning.
• Excellent communication skills to engage guests directly.
• Meticulous attention to detail and unwavering quality standards.
• Calm, organised approach in fast-paced service.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, allergens and HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of the omakase counter, preparing nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls and signature dishes.
• Explain seasonal ingredients to guests and recommend pairings with warmth and personality.
• Maintain exceptional quality, consistency and food safety in the open kitchen.
• Collaborate with wider kitchen and front‑of‑house teams to deliver seamless service.
• Mentor junior chefs and help develop new dishes while minimising waste.

Skills

Sushi mastery

Knife skills

Japanese cuisine

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Food safety HACCP

Job description

Master Your Craft. Inspire Every Guest. Lead Our Omakase Experience.

*This isn't just another sushi chef role.*

About Arcade

Arcade is a collection of vibrant dining destinations and a platform for building the next generation of hospitality brands. Our landmark venues across London bring together chef‑led restaurants, bars, and open kitchens in immersive, design‑forward spaces where food, music, and atmosphere combine to create unforgettable guest experiences.

Alongside our venues sits Arcade Create, our brand development platform. Through Arcade Create, we partner with ambitious chefs and founders to turn original ideas into living, scalable brands—launching, testing, and growing concepts within our high‑footfall locations. Brands developed through the platform include Manna, Solis, Hero, and many more, with successful concepts expanding beyond Arcade into standalone locations around the world.

Together, Arcade and Arcade Create form a unique ecosystem where talent is championed, ideas are realised, and guests experience what’s next in food.

About The Role

We’re looking for a Sushi Master to become the face of our chef‑led omakase counter, delivering an exceptional guest experience where craftsmanship, theatre and hospitality come together.

You’ll be serving guests directly from the counter, showcasing your skills, sharing your knowledge and creating memorable dining experiences with every service. This is a role for someone who takes genuine pride in their craft and enjoys engaging with people as much as preparing outstanding sushi.

If you’re passionate about traditional Japanese techniques but excited by the energy of a modern, high‑volume hospitality environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll lead the daily operation of our omakase counter, preparing beautifully executed nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls and signature dishes using the highest quality ingredients.

More importantly, you’ll create an experience. You’ll confidently talk guests through the menu, explain seasonal ingredients, recommend pairings and bring warmth and personality to every interaction.

Working in our open kitchen, you’ll maintain exceptional standards of quality, consistency and food safety while collaborating closely with the wider kitchen and front‑of‑house teams to deliver seamless service.

You’ll also help develop new dishes, minimise waste, mentor junior chefs and ensure every guest leaves wanting to return.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Has

• Proven experience as a Sushi Chef or Sushi Master within a premium Japanese restaurant or omakase concept.
• Outstanding knife skills and expertise in preparing a wide range of seafood.
• A genuine passion for Japanese cuisine and continuous learning.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage directly with guests.
• A meticulous eye for detail and unwavering quality standards.
• A calm, organised approach in a fast‑paced service environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, allergens and HACCP.

It Would Be Great If You Also Have

• Experience working behind a chef's counter or open kitchen.
• Knowledge of sake and Japanese beverages.
• Experience coaching or developing junior chefs.
• Experience working in premium, high‑volume hospitality.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of something different.

You’ll work in a vibrant, chef‑led environment where food, creativity and hospitality are celebrated. You’ll have the freedom to showcase your craft, interact with guests every day and help shape a truly memorable dining experience.

If you’re ready to take ownership of your counter, delight guests and become part of an ambitious hospitality team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and tell us your story.