Junior Sous Chef

Creative Restaurant Group; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared service charge

Team meals

50% discount on food and beverages

Training and development

Birthday day off

Annual Christmas party

Referral bonuses

Wagestream

28 paid holidays

Job summary

Kioku by Endo in The OWO, London, is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join its vibrant fresh-kitchen team. You will support the Head Chef, lead a small section, and ensure high standards in a fast-paced environment.

We value passion for sushi, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication with the team. Experience in a high-pressure kitchen and a commitment to quality are essential. This role anchors a dynamic culinary journey.

Qualifications

• Have worked as a Junior Sous Chef in a high-pressure kitchen environment.
• Passion for fresh produce and best sushi.
• Able to run a kitchen effectively.
• Organised and able to communicate with the team.
• Be a true people person.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong leadership and knowledge across kitchen operations.
• Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties are performed.
• Support head chef to maximize yield and control wastage.
• Liaise with suppliers and partners on kitchen operations.
• Check inbound deliveries for quality and consistency.
• Assist with specials planning.
• Ensure health and safety practices and stock/portion control.

Skills

Team leadership

High-pressure kitchen

Food preparation

Communication

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team at Kioku in The OWO!

Are you ready to elevate your culinary craft and embark on an exhilarating journey? Look no further than Kioku by Endo, where passion meets excellence in the vibrant heart of London.

Position Available:

Junior Sous Chef

About Us:

Kioku by Endo isn't just a restaurant; it's a portal to treasured memories. Nestled within The OWO, with breathtaking views of Trafalgar Square, we specialize in fusing Japanese tradition with Mediterranean flair, crafting dining experiences that linger in the soul. Led by Culinary Director Chef Endo Kazutoshi, a distinguished third-generation sushi master, our team is committed to creating culinary enchantment.

What You'll Receive:

• Shared service charge
• Delicious and wholesome team meals
• 50% discount on food and beverages at all our restaurants
• Customized training and development
• A day off on your birthday
• Annual Christmas party
• Referral bonuses
• A workplace culture that champions those striving for greatness.
• Wagestream
• 28 paid annual holidays

Who We're Looking For:

Kioku by Endo is looking for an experienced and passionate Junior Sous Chef to join one of Creative Restaurant Group's restaurants! You will need to be experienced in working as a Junior Sous Chef in a fresh food kitchen and be extremely passionate about food. Have experience managing a team, running the kitchen, and working in a fast-paced environment. They must be able to deliver high quality dishes following a spec and have a genuine passion for cooking.

Key Responsibilities:

• To possess strong operational and leadership skills regarding both knowledge and operation.
• To ensure daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties are carried out as instructed by senior chefs.
• To help and maintain a maximum yield in the kitchen in relation to the gross profit and wastage.
• To undertake dealings with suppliers and commercial partners of the business regarding kitchen operations set and agreed by the Head Chef.
• To check all inbound food deliveries to ensure consistency and quality of all items delivered for the kitchen operation.
• To assist the Head Chef with specials planning
• Ensure all health and safety practices are followed, and participate in controlling stock and portion control.

Required:

• Have worked as a Junior Sous Chef in a high-pressure kitchen environment
• Will have a passion for fresh produce and best sushi
• Be able to effectively run a kitchen
• Be organised and able to communicate effectively with a team.
• Be a true people person

At Kioku by Endo, we're more than a team; we're a family united by our love for food and hospitality. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without corporate sponsorship.