Sushi Chef Manager / Assistant Manager
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Sushi Chef Manager or Sushi Chef Assistant Manager to lead our culinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing sushi food production, maintaining high standards of food safety, and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to combine culinary expertise with team leadership within a vibrant hospitality environment. It is ideal for individuals who are passionate about Japanese cuisine, customer service, and developing high-performing teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise daily sushi food preparation, ensuring consistency and quality across all dishes
- Manage and train kitchen staff in sushi techniques, food safety standards, and best practices
- Oversee the organisation of kitchen operations, including inventory control and ordering supplies
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in accordance with health regulations
- Lead by example in food presentation, cooking techniques, and customer service
- Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery
- Monitor food costs and optimise ingredient utilisation to minimise waste
- Assist in menu development, incorporating innovative sushi options to attract customers
- Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety, health and safety, and company standards
Experience and Skills
- Proven supervisory experience within a professional kitchen environment, ideally specialising in sushi or Japanese cuisine
- Extensive experience in food production, cooking, and food preparation techniques
- Demonstrable leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team
- Strong knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations applicable to restaurant kitchens
- Previous restaurant or hospitality experience focused on delivering high-quality food and service
- Experience managing kitchen operations, including stock control, ordering, and staff scheduling
- Familiarity with sushi and Japanese culinary trends is desirable but not essential
What We're Looking For
You will be:
- Enthusiastic, energetic, and able to demonstrate initiative
- Flexible with a positive "can-do" attitude
- Always happy to help customers with a smile
- Able to work independently and as part of a team whilst maintaining high standards at all times
- Passionate about producing fresh, high-quality, and sustainable food products
You will have:
- Pride in your work and a commitment to continuous improvement and learning
- A good understanding of Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations
- The ability to follow brand standards and comply with company policies and procedures
- Reliable transportation for early morning shifts
You will be able to:
- Prepare fresh ingredients by hand, including meat and raw fish products on each shift
- Accurately label products and maintain compliance with food safety and allergen regulations
- Multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Clean and maintain workspaces, preparation areas, and storerooms as required
- Remain organised and work efficiently under pressure
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and a safe environment for customers, clients, and colleagues
- Start work early, with some shifts beginning as early as 6:00am
- Learn new skills and continue developing existing ones
Benefits
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career progression within a growing business
This role requires a dedicated professional with excellent leadership qualities, a passion for culinary excellence, and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
