Senior Sushi Sous Chef

Caprice Holdings Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discount

Early pay

Maternity leave

Cycle to work

Refer-a-friend bonus

English language classes

Employee assistance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Sexy Fish in Mayfair is seeking a Senior Sushi Sous Chef to lead the sushi kitchen and uphold the highest standards of quality and presentation. You will supervise the sushi team, develop creative dishes, and work with the Head Chef to refresh seasonal menus.

We value strong Japanese cuisine knowledge, leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring staff. This full-time role offers a dynamic environment in a renowned dining destination.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Sushi Sous Chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and sushi techniques.
• Excellent leadership and team mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the sushi kitchen, maintaining high standards of food quality.
• Lead and inspire the sushi kitchen team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Execute creative and authentic sushi dishes, ensuring presentation and taste meet restaurant standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of sushi ingredients.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new sushi menu items and seasonal specials.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations in the sushi kitchen.
• Contribute to maintaining a positive and efficient working environment.

Skills

Sushi prep

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food quality

Staff training

Inventory control

Job description

Sexy Fish, located in the heart of Mayfair, is an avant-garde dining destination celebrated for its opulent decor, innovative cuisine, and electric atmosphere. As a pioneer in the culinary scene, Sexy Fish offers a unique blend of art, fashion, and culinary excellence. Our food takes its inspiration from Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japan – sushi, sashimi, tempura, and robata. The bar is known for offering the world's largest Japanese Whisky Collection and prides itself on unique service standards and cocktail knowledge. With creativity and flair at the front of every cocktail & drink created, the team won the Best International Restaurant Bar at TOTC 2022.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and ambitious Senior Sushi Sous Chef to join our culinary tea. As a Senior Sushi Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in leading the sushi kitchen, ensuring the highest quality of sushi preparation, and contributing to the overall excellence of our dining experience. If you have a passion for Japanese cuisine, strong culinary skills, and leadership capabilities, we invite you to be an integral part of the culinary team in our fabulous restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

• - Oversee the day-to-day operations of the sushi kitchen, maintaining high standards of food quality.
• - Lead and inspire the sushi kitchen team, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• - Execute creative and authentic sushi dishes, ensuring presentation and taste meet restaurant standards.
• - Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the freshness of sushi ingredients.
• - Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop new sushi menu items and seasonal specials.
• - Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations in the sushi kitchen.
• - Contribute to maintaining a positive and efficient working environment.

Requirements:

• - Previous experience as a Sushi Sous Chef or in a similar role within the culinary industry.
• - Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, particularly sushi preparation techniques.
• - Exceptional culinary skills and attention to detail in sushi presentation.
• - Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and train kitchen staff.
• - Familiarity with inventory management and ordering processes.

Benefits:

• -30% Dining discount across our Caprice restaurants (excluding Scott’s Mayfair), & The Ivy Collection
• -Access to early pay, savings tools & financial coaching via Stream
• -Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• -Cycle to work scheme and refer-a-friend bonuses up to £1,000
• -English language classes, length of service awards & employee recognition bonuses
• -Private medical and life insurance for senior leaders, life insurance for head office employees
• -Employee Assistance Programme
• -Plus, a structured pension scheme with employer contributions

Join our team and be a part of a distinguished establishment committed to delivering unparalleled hospitality.

We promote a working environment in which equal opportunity and diversity is recognised, valued, and encouraged.