Job Description

We curate beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times.

Inspired By: Head Chef


Venue: Wolves of Tokyo


Lead Sushi Chef reporting to the Head Chef


As Itamae Chef, you will be at the heart of shaping the sushi tradition at Wolves of Tokyo, leading the sushi section with precision, artistry, and creativity. Working alongside the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you will ensure every dish tells a story, balancing tradition with innovation while creating a memorable dining experience for our guests.

We expect you to:

Create sushi of the highest quality with exceptional skill, balance, and artistry, blending tradition with innovation


Train, inspire, and support your team to grow in skill and confidence


Stay current with emerging sushi trends and techniques, bringing creativity while respecting Japanese culinary traditions


Lead with strong communication and integrity, fostering a positive and motivated kitchen culture


Uphold the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and compliance at all times


Work closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure smooth, efficient, and consistent kitchen operations


Monitor GP% and manage waste effectively, balancing quality with profitability


Engage confidently with guests, showcasing your craft and adding theatre, authenticity, and hospitality to the dining experience

Who you'll be:

A highly skilled sushi chef with the ability to showcase traditional techniques and contemporary creativity.


Passionate about Japanese cuisine, with an eye for detail and uncompromising standards in presentation and quality.


A natural leader who takes pride in developing and supporting your team to achieve excellence.


Energetic, enthusiastic, and positive, thriving in a fast paced, high pressure environment.


Comfortable engaging with guests and enhancing their dining experience through interactive displays of skill and artistry.


Certified in Food Safety Level 3, with thorough knowledge of compliance, health, and safety standards.


Committed to continuous learning, improvement, and pushing culinary boundaries.

Benefits & Best Bits

Vitality Package: Dental, Optical and Health insurance. Gym membership discounts + other rewards


Self Space: Free Therapy through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio


Hugely exciting career development, with opportunities to grow and expand in this role as the business grows


10% Bonus capacity paid annually


Company awards and events


Sickness & Compassionate Pay


Incentive trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France)


Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave


Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials


50% discount for food and drink in all our venues


Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service

Incipio & Inclusivity

We're all about celebrating individuality & inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!



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