Head Sushi Chef — Premium Arena Kitchen Lead

BEYOND NIGHTLIFE, INC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BEYOND NIGHTLIFE, INC. is seeking a Head Sushi Chef to lead the Washington DC sushi kitchen at Capital One Arena. This on-site role oversees menu execution, daily prep, and sushi bar service, ensuring top-tier quality and safety in a high-volume venue.

The ideal candidate has advanced Japanese sushi skills, prior lead chef experience, and a track record of training staff while maintaining impeccable hygiene and consistency for premium guests.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills with expertise in Food Preparation, Cooking, and sushi-specific techniques.
• Knowledge of seafood selection, handling, and storage to ensure freshness and safety.
• Commitment to hygiene and food safety standards, including health regulations compliance.
• Advanced culinary skills in Japanese cuisine and sushi, including knife work, rice preparation, plating.
• Experience as lead or head sushi chef in high-volume or upscale environments.
• Ability to train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff while fostering a respectful, team-oriented work culture.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for coordinating service and event demands.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules as required.
• Culinary degree or formal training preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize service, including high-volume periods.
• Monitor inventory and ordering of supplies.
• Maintain equipment and ensure setup/breakdown.
• Train, supervise, and schedule kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with management on menu updates and special events.
• Maintain presentation, taste, and timing to deliver premium guest experiences.

Skills

Sushi techniques

Seafood handling

Hygiene standards

Japanese cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Staff training

Time management

Evening/weekend availability

Experience as head chef

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

BEYOND NIGHTLIFE, INC. is seeking a Head Sushi Chef to lead the Washington DC sushi kitchen at Capital One Arena. This on-site role oversees menu execution, daily prep, and sushi bar service, ensuring top-tier quality and safety in a high-volume venue.

The ideal candidate has advanced Japanese sushi skills, prior lead chef experience, and a track record of training staff while maintaining impeccable hygiene and consistency for premium guests.