W Edinburgh is hiring a Head Sushi Chef for SUSHISAMBA restaurant! In this specialized role, we invite you to play an integral part in bringing to life this unique brand in Edinburgh.

Explore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel’s work culture is uniquely designed to spark your imagination and curiosity while bringing the W experience to life for guests.

ABOUT SUSHISAMBA

SUSHISAMBA celebrates the culture and cuisine of Japan, Brazil and Peru. The menus are a mix of new and signature dishes with an emphasis on bold flavours, the finest ingredients and artful presentations.

As part of the new W Hotel in the vibrant St James Quarter and with stunning views over the Scottish capital, our Edinburgh restaurant is a welcome addition to the SUSHISAMBA portfolio which includes locations such as Las Vegas, London, Dubai, Doha and Singapore.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Executive Chef of W Edinburgh, the Head Sushi Chef of SUSHISAMBA at W Edinburgh will have overall responsibility for directing the daily operation of the sushi production within SUSHISAMBA restaurant kitchen. This highly specialized role requires several years of previous experience working with a similar cuisine in a high-end, high-volume restaurant.

Joining the team means you will be instrumental to the success of the hotel and the restaurant’s operations and beyond. We are looking for someone who is organised, creative and passionate!

As Head Sushi Chef of SUSHISAMBA, key aspects of your role will include:

• Recruit and retain the best talent on the market.
• Design and implement the restaurant kitchen’s policies and procedures
• Develop, design and implement new menus in collaboration with the Executive Chef and SUSHISAMBA team.
• Develop teamwork throughout your teams as they grow.
• Train, motivate and lead your team to produce their best work and recreate the menu to approved standards.
• Promote a positive work environment.
• Maintain food hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Ensure the highest levels of food quality are maintained.
• Manage department budgets ensuring the maximization of profit while maintaining guest and employee satisfaction.
• Work in collaboration with all heads of departments to ensure a successful hotel operation.
• Be a W brand ambassador, ensuring the brand’s voice is present in your interactions with guests and talent.

Our ideal Head Sushi Chef of SUSHISAMBA is someone who has:

• Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Natural leadership skills.
• Strong organization and multi-tasking skills.
• The ability to train others with patience and confidence.
• Previous experience working in sushi production or similar cuisine in high-end, high-volume restaurants.
• A good level of spoken and written English.
• At least three years of previous management experience.
• A positive mindset.
• A genuine passion for working in hospitality.

In return for your hard work, we give you:

• World class training and development, including leadership development
• Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally)
• Bonus plan
• Enhanced holiday entitlement – starting at 31 days (including bank holidays) and increasing with length of service
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Wellness and mental health programmes
• Discounted accommodation, food and beverage in over 9,000 hotels all over the world!
• Discounts for your friends and family

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

W Edinburgh brings bold architecture and a vibrant lifestyle offering to the Scottish capital. Behind a façade featuring a winding steel ribbon – reflecting the city’s festival spirit – this 12-storey structure is the centerpiece of Edinburgh St James Quarter, incorporating retail, leisure and entertainment facilities along with residential apartments. 

This W hotel redefines the city’s hospitality landscape. Accordingly, it fuses the brand’s signature amenities with modern design and W Happenings, highlighting what’s new in design, fashion, music and culture.

Built in 2023, this new W hotel accommodates guests across 244 stylish guestrooms, including 45 suites.  While staying here, guests benefit from the brand’s signature Whatever / Whenever service philosophy.

A real highlight of this property is its rooftop bar and outdoor terrace, pairing exciting cocktails and cuisine with 360-degree views over the historic city. Among the other noteworthy amenities are the W Lounge, a restaurant collaboration with SUSHISAMBA, a FIT workout facility and an AWAY spa, with special functions hosted in 2,450 sq ft of modern event space.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply to be our Head Sushi Chef at SUSHISAMBA within W Edinburgh today!

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

W Hotels’ mission is to Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. We are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. We are constantly inspired by new faces and new experiences. A tuned-in, up-for-anything spirit is at our core and has made us renowned for reinventing the norms of luxury around the globe. Whatever/Whenever is our culture and service philosophy that brings our guests’ passions to life. If you are original, innovative, and always looking towards the future of what’s possible, welcome to W Hotels. In joining W Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.