Sushi Chefs — All Levels
Eel Sushi | London
Eel Sushi is looking for talented, passionate Sushi Chefs at all levels to join our growing kitchen team.
We are looking for people who care deeply about quality, precision and great ingredients from ambitious junior chefs looking to build their skills, through to experienced sushi chefs ready to take real ownership of their section.
At Eel, we believe great sushi should feel effortless: beautifully prepared, consistently excellent and served with warmth. Our kitchen is fast-paced, focused and collaborative, with high standards but no ego.
The Roles
We are recruiting across a range of levels, including:
- Commis Sushi Chefs - for chefs with a genuine interest in Japanese cuisine and sushi, keen to learn from an experienced team.
- Sushi Chef de Parties - for chefs confident in fish preparation, nigiri, sashimi, maki, hand rolls and maintaining excellent standards during service.
- Sushi Sous Chefs - for experienced chefs who can lead a section, support junior development, manage service and help uphold exceptional quality across the kitchen.
What We’re Looking For
- A real passion for sushi, Japanese food and exceptional produce
- Previous professional kitchen experience; sushi experience is preferred for more senior roles
- Strong knife skills, attention to detail and pride in presentation
- A calm, organised approach during busy services
- High standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and food safety
- A positive team attitude and willingness to support colleagues
- Reliability, energy and a genuine desire to keep learning
What You’ll Be Doing
Depending on your level, you will be involved in:
- Preparing and portioning fish to an exceptional standard
- Producing nigiri, sashimi, maki, temaki and other sushi dishes with consistency and precision
- Setting up, maintaining and closing down your section
- Ensuring excellent stock rotation, freshness and food-safety practices
- Supporting smooth, high-quality service every day
- Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and ready for action
- Training and supporting junior team members as you progress
- Bringing ideas, enthusiasm and care to the development of Eel Sushi
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, depending on experience and level
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing restaurant group
- Training and development from experienced chefs
- Staff discount across the group
- A supportive, ambitious team environment
- The chance to work with brilliant ingredients and help work in an exciting sushi concept
To apply, please send your CV
Pay: £30,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Private medical insurance
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
