Head Chef

YO! Sushi; Bromley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary scene is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead their dynamic kitchen team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire others while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. As a Head Chef, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding dining experiences, managing costs effectively, and fostering a positive work environment. With a commitment to sustainability and professional growth, this position promises not only a rewarding career but also the chance to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence.

Benefits

Free YO! food during shifts

Professional qualifications funding

Private medical plans

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema tickets discounts

Dining and retail offers

50% off food for friends

Sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen leadership role with a focus on quality.
• Ability to manage a team and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and safety.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while managing food costs.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Food Quality Control

Sushi Preparation

Team Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Professional Cookery Qualification

Job description

Head Chef

Operations - Bromley

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £36,202 - £38,201

Contracted Hours: 45

We burst onto the restaurant scene in 1997, when we shook up London and introduced a new way of eating. Our innovations included the 'kaiten' conveyor belt and colour-coded dishes, which made us famous.

We are dedicated to serving fresh, flavoursome, authentic Japanese food. While sushi is our signature, we also offer a variety of hot street foods, from traditional classics to innovative fusion dishes, all packed with rich, aromatic flavors and umami. Today, we operate over 70 restaurants worldwide, more than 300 kiosks across the UK, and our products are available in most major supermarkets.

We seek dynamic individuals passionate about food to join our journey. Our people are at the heart of what we do:

• You will be a role model, eager for success, and committed to delivering exceptional results.
• You will be ambitious and eager to learn.
• You will strive to do your best.
• You will be enthusiastic and positive.
• You will embrace challenges with a can-do attitude.
• You will want to contribute to our success story.

What you will be doing:

The Head Chef oversees the entire operation of their YO! Kitchen, ensuring the safety of our teams and guests. You will lead and inspire the kitchen team, obsess over food quality and adherence to standards, and prepare each YO! dish brilliantly. Your goal is to maintain happy teams and guests, develop your team to Super Squad status, and drive profitability through effective food cost controls.

You should be comfortable working in all kitchen sections, able to cut fish, cook rice, roll sushi, and prepare kitchens daily. As an inspirational leader, you will run energetic shifts, ensuring each part of the day delivers an outstanding experience for guests and team members.

We're proud to offer:

• Excellent working hours
• Free YO! food — enjoy your favorite dishes during shifts
• Opportunities to grow — we will fund your professional qualifications up to Degree level
• Support for your wellbeing — private medical plans, 24/7 Employee Assistance Line
• Discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, dining, and retail offers
• 50% off your food when dining with us, plus for 3 friends
• Sustainability initiatives — sourcing 100% of salmon from certified sustainable sources and avoiding species classified as MCS "Fish to Avoid"