Job Description

Address

: 15 Moor St, London W1D 5ND

Hours

: 45-50 per week

Role

: Full-Time Head Sushi Chef

Commencement Date

: ASAP

Be part of something new - join Maki & Ramen Moor St (W1D 5ND)

We're Maki & Ramen - a growing, Japanese-inspired dining brand known for our homemade ramen and freshly prepared sushi. With a strong focus on quality and warm, attentive service, we're passionate about delivering a memorable experience for every guest.

Our London location is opening soon, and we're looking for an experienced and driven Head Sushi Chef to lead the launch and shape the future of this exciting new site. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a vibrant, expanding team, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

We're looking for confident, adaptable individuals excited to be part of something new. You'll receive full training to help you settle into the Maki & Ramen way and lead with confidence from day one.

As Head Sushi Chef, your responsibilities are listed below but not limited to:

Lead the sushi section, ensuring consistently high standards of sushi preparation, presentation and food quality. Oversee daily sushi operations, including prep, service execution, stock control and cleanliness. Train, supervise and develop the sushi team in knife skills, fish handling and Japanese sushi techniques. Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene and raw fish handling regulations. Manage portion control, waste reduction and stock rotation to meet food cost targets.

Required Skills and Experience:

Proven experience as a Head Sushi Chef or Senior Sushi Chef in a high-volume restaurant environment. Strong expertise in sushi preparation, knife skills and Japanese ingredients. In-depth knowledge of raw fish handling, food safety and hygiene standards. Confident leadership skills with experience managing and training sushi teams. Ability to maintain consistency and quality under pressure during busy service periods.
As a part of our team, you will receive a motivated and friendly working environment and a competitive salary+ tips.

What are you waiting for? Join us today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-43,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

London W1D 5JF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Sushi Manager: 1 year (required) Kitchen management: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person