Job Description

A contemporary Japanese handroll bar launching it's flaghsip in London.

Before opening our flagship, we are hosting a limited pop-up in Marylebone to showcase premium produce, signature seaweed, and a modern, design-led approach to sushi culture.

It is a temporary position 3 days a week for 1 month and a half starting November 17.

The Role
We are looking for a Junior Sushi Chef / Prep Chef to support our head chef during the pop-up. This is a guest-facing, behind-the-sushi-bar role where you will be making nigiris and handrolls and working in a premium environment, interacting directly with guests. The head chef will lead the menu and core production -- you will support and ensure smooth service execution.

Responsibilities

Fish preparation and portioning Rice preparation and making handrolls and nigiri Working behind the sushi bar serving guests directly Supporting the head chef during service Maintaining a clean and organised workstation Following food safety and hygiene standards
Requirements

Previous sushi / Japanese prep experience Confident knife skills and raw fish handling Comfortable in a guest-facing environment Clean, organised, fast and detail-oriented Reliable, positive attitude, team-focused Right to work in the UK
Nice to have

Experience in premium sushi or handroll bars Experience in boutique or premium hospitality settings Interest in modern Japanese cuisine and culture
Why join us

Work closely with an experienced sushi chef Be part of an exciting new London opening Modern, creative, premium hospitality environment Potential future opportunities as Kumori grows
How to apply
Please send your CV and a brief note about your experience with sushi/Japanese cuisine and why you'd like to be part of this experience.

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 1.5 month

Pay: From 16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person