Head Chef (Kingston upon Thames)

YO! RESTAURANT; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YO! Food

Career Development Support

Private Medical Health Plan

Employee Assistance Line

Gym Discounts

50% Food Discount

Sustainability Initiatives

Job summary

YO! RESTAURANT is seeking a Head Chef to oversee the Kingston kitchen operations, lead a dynamic team, and ensure exceptional food quality and strict adherence to specifications. You will manage high-energy shifts, prep each YO!

dish to perfection, and maintain a clean, well-prepared kitchen daily with mastery across all stations including fish cutting and sushi rolling. This full-time role offers competitive pay (£37,300–£39,300) and a 45-hour week, with opportunities to grow through training

Qualifications

• Prior head chef or senior chef experience in a busy kitchen.
• Strong leadership and staff management abilities.
• Passion for Japanese cuisine with high standards in food quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team, ensuring food quality and adherence to specifications.
• Prepare each YO! dish to perfection, creating a happy environment for both team members and guests.
• Run high-energy shifts, ensuring every service delivers an outstanding experience.
• Master all kitchen sections, from cutting fish to rolling sushi, and maintain a well-prepared kitchen daily.
• Ambitious learner who is eager to grow and develop skills.
• Positive attitude and a collaborative team player.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Sushi Preparation

Food Quality

Kitchen Operations

Job description

Join Us as a Head Chef! Operations - Kingston Contract: Full Time

As our Head Chef, you will oversee the entire operation of your YO! Kitchen, ensuring the safety of both our teams and guests.

• Lead and inspire your kitchen team, ensuring food quality and adherence to specifications.
• Prepare each YO! dish to perfection, creating a happy environment for both team members and guests.
• Run high-energy shifts, ensuring every service delivers an outstanding experience.
• Master all kitchen sections, from cutting fish to rolling sushi, and maintain a well-prepared kitchen daily.
• Ambitious Learner: You're eager to grow and develop your skills.
• Positive Attitude: You approach challenges with enthusiasm and a can-do spirit.
• Team Player: You're excited to contribute to our success story!

Salary: £37,300 - £39,300

Contracted Hours: 45

Since our exciting debut in 1997, we've transformed the restaurant scene in London, introducing the UK to a fresh way of dining. Our signature 'kaiten' conveyor belt and vibrant, colour-coded dishes have made us a household name! At the heart of our brand is a passion for authentic Japanese cuisine. While sushi is our star, our menu also boasts a tantalizing array of hot street food, from traditional classics to innovative fusion dishes, all bursting with rich, aromatic flavours.

Today, we proudly operate over 70 restaurants worldwide and more than 300 kiosks across the UK, with our grocery products and pre-pack sushi available in major supermarkets. We're on the lookout for dynamic individuals who share our love for food and are eager to join us on this thrilling journey. Our people are the heart of our success

What We Offer:

• Fantastic Working Hours
• Free YO! Food: Enjoy your favorite dishes during your shifts!
• Grow with YO!: We'll support you in achieving professional qualifications (up to Degree level) while you work.
• Brilliant Support Services: Enhance your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing with our private medical health plan and 24/7 Employee Assistance Line.
• Discounts: Access gym memberships, cinema tickets, dining, and retail offers through our reward platform.
• 50% Off Your Food: Enjoy dining with us at a discount for you and three friends!
• Award-Winning Sustainability Initiatives: Join us in our commitment to sustainability, including sourcing 100% of our salmon from certified sustainable sources.

If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level and be part of a vibrant team, we can't wait to hear from you!