Head Chef

Kanada-Ya; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London's vibrant dining scene, Kanada-Ya, is seeking fun and hard-working individuals to join their team. With a focus on authentic Japanese ramen, employees will receive comprehensive training in a supportive environment. The role offers competitive pay, private healthcare, and opportunities for career progression, making it a rewarding place to work.

Benefits

Private Healthcare scheme

Employee Assistance Program

CODE Hospitality Rewards

Full uniform provided

Free team meals

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for Japanese food and culture.
• Willingness to be trained in restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and create a positive environment for the team.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Manage rotas and food costs according to company budgets.

Skills

Team Motivation

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Job description

Kanada-Ya is an independent chain of award
winning Ramen bars, so far spanning 4 countries.We currently have 6 super busy locations here
in the capital, each serving a delicious selection of Japanese delights.

Authenticity is at the heart of
our menu and we import many of our ingredients from Japan to help us achieve
the rich, deep and deeply loved flavours that we are famous for.

Our
speciality Tonkotsu ramen boasts an 18-hour cooked pork bone broth, batch
crafted with love using traditional techniques learned from the
Motherland. Added to this succulent, rich and flavourful broth are Hakata
style wheat noodles, beautifully braised chashu pork belly and a superb
selection of toppings all sourced from Japan. Our bold bowls are much
beloved by our regular diners and newcomers alike.

We are
looking for fun and hard-working people to deliver our award winning authentic
Japanese ramen. Experience in Japanese cuisine is not essential as we
will give you all the training you need.

What we offer & our benefits:

• Starting pay up to £34k +
  tips. Pay is every 2 weeks.
• Private Healthcare scheme
  for you and your children.
• Employee Assistance Program
  offering access to counselling services along with experts in law,
  personal finance and family matters; a 24/7 365 helpline and an online
  health & well-being online app.
• CODE Hospitality Rewards:
  Discounts across thousands of restaurants and bars, gym memberships,
  hotels, meal kits, wine, produce, training, and many other rewards.
• Full uniform provided.
• Training and opportunities
  of career progression.
• Free team meals whilst on
  shift.
• 28 days holiday (including
  Bank Holidays).
• Closed on Christmas Day and
  New Year’s Day.
• Legendary team parties.

Working
on shift with us you will:

• Motivate and create a
  positive environment for your team and customers.
• Oversee all training and HR
  with the support of your General Manager.
• Ensure the company’s Food
  Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures are strictly followed.
• Accurately manage your rotas
  and food cost according to company budgets.
• Be comfortable working in a
  fast-paced environment.
• Take an interest in Japanese
  food & culture.

To find out more about what we do, why don’t you visit our website
www.kanada-ya.com. If you like what you see, then you know what to do!

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Created on 04/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom