Papapoké is expanding, and we’re looking for a reliable and skilled Kitchen All-Rounder / Prep Chef to join our team.
If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients, have strong knife skills, and can prepare sushi rolls confidently — we want to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily prep of fresh fish (salmon, tuna)
- Preparing sushi rolls (uramaki, hosomaki, futomaki)
- Cutting vegetables, cooking rice, portioning ingredients
- Preparing our signature dressings and sauces
- Keeping the prep area clean, organised, and food-safe
- Supporting the main line during busy hours
- Following portion standards and quality guidelines
Required Skills
- Experience working with fish (cutting, trimming, portioning) — mandatory
- Ability to roll sushi confidently — mandatory
- Strong knife skills
- Good understanding of food hygiene & safety
- Ability to work quickly and cleanly under pressure
- Reliable, positive, and a team player
Bonus Skills (Not required but welcome)
- Experience in fast-casual kitchens
- Experience in poke bowls, Japanese cuisine, or sushi bars
- Knowledge of allergens and safe food handling
Pay: From £15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
