Lead Sushi Chef – High-Volume Japanese Kitchen

Maki & Ramen; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Job summary

Maki & Ramen is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to lead the launch of a new site in the UK, delivering high-quality sushi and sashimi to guests with speed and precision.

Join a Japanese-inspired brand focused on homemade ramen and fresh sushi, offering a supportive team, meals on shift, and a competitive salary with tips, with hours typically 45–50 per week and a negotiable schedule.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a skilled Sushi Chef in a high-quality, high-volume Japanese restaurant.
• Excellent knife skills including filleting and sashimi cutting.
• Knowledge of Japanese ingredients, sushi rice preparation and techniques.
• Understanding of raw fish handling and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality sushi and sashimi to an exceptional standard.
• Carry out knife work, fish butchery and rice preparation in line with Japanese techniques.
• Ensure safe handling and storage of raw fish per regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the sushi section.
• Support Head Sushi Chef with service leadership and mentoring.

Skills

Sushi prep

Knife skills

Food safety HACCP

Service leadership

Job description

Maki & Ramen is seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to lead the launch of a new site in the UK, delivering high-quality sushi and sashimi to guests with speed and precision.

Join a Japanese-inspired brand focused on homemade ramen and fresh sushi, offering a supportive team, meals on shift, and a competitive salary with tips, with hours typically 45–50 per week and a negotiable schedule.