Culinary Professional Artist - Sushi by Bou

The Westin Tempe is a prestigious hotel located in Tempe, Arizona, known for delivering exceptional hospitality experiences to its guests. As part of the upscale hotel and resort industry, The Westin Tempe prides itself on combining elegance with comfort, offering a welcoming atmosphere and top-notch amenities for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel is part of the Crescent Hotels & Resorts portfolio, a company celebrated for its dedication to employee development and guest satisfaction. The Westin Tempe is a part of a larger family that values the contributions of its associates, recognizing them as the core of their success and striving to provide a supportive and encouraging work environment. At The Westin Tempe, employees enjoy a culture that promotes inclusivity, professional growth, and personal well-being, backed by comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and meaningful recognition programs. This supportive culture extends to career advancement opportunities and programs designed to foster continuous learning and skills development.

The Westin Tempe is currently seeking a full-time Culinary Professional Artist to join the specialized Sushi by Bou team. This role is designed for culinary professionals with a passion for Japanese cuisine and sushi artistry. The Culinary Professional Artist will be responsible for crafting high-quality sushi dishes that meet the hotel’s exacting standards for flavor, presentation, and safety. This position requires a skilled sushi cook who can work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining attention to detail and food safety protocols. The individual will be expected to create both traditional and innovative sushi offerings, selecting only the freshest ingredients and applying culinary techniques that highlight the artistry of sushi preparation. The role demands a combination of culinary expertise, creativity, and excellent communication skills, as it involves direct interaction with guests and collaboration with a team of hospitality professionals. The candidate must be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate flexibility to work evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, and foster a spirit of teamwork by supporting colleagues. The Culinary Professional Artist will engage in tasks that ensure customer satisfaction by delivering timely, courteous, and friendly service. This position emphasizes the importance of safety, health, and compliance with food handling regulations, verified by holding a valid Maricopa County Food Handler’s Card. The successful candidate will bring prior experience in sushi preparation, strong knife skills, and knowledge of the nuances involved in handling seafood safely. This role is ideal for someone prepared to grow their culinary career in a reputable hotel environment that values creativity, dedication, and a passion for delivering an exceptional guest dining experience. The Westin Tempe offers comprehensive benefits including insurance options, 401k savings plans, vacation and sick pay, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and exciting travel discounts, making this a rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals ready to shine within a supportive team environment.