Executive Sushi Chef | Premium Stadium Culinary Leader

Compass Group USA; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance/AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off Plan

Holiday Time Off

Personal Leave

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Levy, a member of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Sushi Chef to lead the sushi program at Intuit Dome. You will oversee menu development, culinary execution, food safety, purchasing, inventory, staffing, training, and financial performance while delivering a premium guest experience.

You will partner with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to ensure quality, innovation, and operational excellence across all sushi operations and events.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive sushi culinary experience, including leadership in high-volume or premium hospitality environments.
• Previous experience leading a sushi program or multi-outlet sushi operation preferred.
• Expert knife skills and mastery of traditional and contemporary sushi preparation.
• Strong knowledge of seafood sourcing, handling, and food safety regulations.
• Experience managing food and labor costs.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced sports and entertainment environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day operations of the sushi program across concessions, premium clubs, suites, catering, and special events.
• Develop and execute innovative sushi menus that align with Intuit Dome's premium culinary vision.
• Maintain authentic sushi preparation techniques while incorporating modern culinary trends.
• Ensure consistent execution, presentation, flavor, and portion standards.
• Oversee all sushi production from prep through service.
• Manage all sushi kitchen operations during concerts, sporting events, and private functions.
• Develop production schedules to support high-volume event operations.
• Ensure timely preparation and replenishment during peak service periods.
• Partner with culinary leadership to continuously improve operational efficiencies.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation throughout all sushi production areas.
• Manage food cost, labor cost, and waste within established budgets.
• Forecast product needs based on event attendance and business volume.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct regular inventory counts.
• Approve purchasing while maintaining quality and cost standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability without compromising guest experience.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop sushi chefs and culinary team members.
• Build a culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance coaching and provide ongoing feedback.
• Develop cross-training programs to strengthen operational flexibility.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Progressive sushi culinary experience

Leadership in high-volume environments

Knife skills

Seafood sourcing & food safety

Food & labor cost management

Team development & coaching

Thrives in fast-paced sports/entertain

Job description

Levy, a member of Compass Group USA, seeks an Executive Sushi Chef to lead the sushi program at Intuit Dome. You will oversee menu development, culinary execution, food safety, purchasing, inventory, staffing, training, and financial performance while delivering a premium guest experience.

You will partner with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to ensure quality, innovation, and operational excellence across all sushi operations and events.