Lead Sushi Chef – Launching Japanese Kitchen

Maki & Ramen; Frankley; 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 launching a new site and seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to lead the kitchen and shape the guest experience. You will prepare high-quality sushi and sashimi, perform advanced knife work and rice preparation, and ensure strict food safety and cleanliness throughout the sushi section.

With a 45–50 hour work week and a competitive hourly rate, you will mentor junior staff and contribute to a vibrant, expanding brand known for homemade ramen and freshly prepared sushi.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a skilled Sushi Chef in a high-quality, high-volume Japanese restaurant.
• Excellent knife skills, including filleting, portioning and sashimi cutting.
• In-depth understanding of raw fish handling, HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ability to lead service and mentor junior team members under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality sushi and sashimi to an exceptional standard, maintaining consistency, precision and speed during service.
• Carry out advanced knife work, fish butchery and rice preparation in line with Japanese techniques and standards.
• Ensure correct handling, storage and preparation of raw fish in full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Maintain immaculate standards of cleanliness, organisation and mise en place within the sushi section.
• Support the Head Sushi Chef with service leadership, quality control and mentoring of junior team members.

Skills

Knife skills

Sushi preparation

Food safety (HACCP)

Leadership/ mentoring

Service pace under pressure

Job description

Maki & Ramen is launching a new site and seeking an experienced Sushi Chef to lead the kitchen and shape the guest experience. You will prepare high-quality sushi and sashimi, perform advanced knife work and rice preparation, and ensure strict food safety and cleanliness throughout the sushi section.

With a 45–50 hour work week and a competitive hourly rate, you will mentor junior staff and contribute to a vibrant, expanding brand known for homemade ramen and freshly prepared sushi.