Sushi Chef | Part-Time | Allegiant Stadium

Oak View Group

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.

Position Summary

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 will pay an hourly rate of $40.00.

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.

About the Venue

Allegiant Stadium is the technologically-advanced stadium that is the home of the Las Vegas Raiders NFL team and hosts world-class entertainment including concerts and special sporting events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-end sushi and sashimi with precision and consistency, adhering to house standards and traditional techniques.
• Support the Executive Sushi Chef in the daily operation of the sushi station, including mise en place, production, and service.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of professional sushi experience in upscale or fine-dining establishments, with at least 1–2 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 chef’s counter service is a plus.
• Knowledge of Japanese culinary terms, seasonal fish, and basic sake pairing preferred.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food handler's permit required.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

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 our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.