Sous Chef

Kaito sushi wembley; Wembley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tips

Job summary

Kaito Sushi Wembley is seeking an experienced ramen chef to join our professional kitchen team in Wembley Park, London. The successful candidate will bring passion for authentic ramen, strong culinary skills, and a track record of delivering high-quality ramen dishes.

You will prepare tonkotsu, shoyu, and miso ramen, manage broths and toppings, uphold hygiene standards, and contribute ideas to menu development within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ramen chef experience in a Japanese restaurant or specialist ramen kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of ramen broths, tare, noodles, and toppings.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; time management.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
• Experience in Japan or reputable ramen restaurant is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ramen varieties including tonkotsu, shoyu, and miso.
• Prepare broths, tare, oils, noodles, toppings and toppings.
• Maintain consistent flavour, portions, presentation and quality.
• Organise ingredient prep, stock rotation, kitchen operations and waste reduction.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and food safety.
• Work efficiently during busy service as part of a professional kitchen team.
• Support menu development and new dishes when required.

Skills

Ramen preparation

Japanese cuisine

Teamwork

Time management

Food hygiene

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for an experienced ramen chef to join our professional restaurant team. The successful candidate will have a passion for authentic Japanese ramen, strong culinary skills, and proven experience preparing traditional ramen dishes to a consistently high standard.. .

Key responsibilities.

• Prepare ramen varieties including tonkotsu, shoyu, and miso..
• Prepare broths, tare, aromatic oils, noodles, halal beef, ramen eggs, vegetables, and other traditional toppings..
• Maintain consistent flavour, portion sizes, presentation, and food quality..
• Organise ingredient preparation, stock rotation, kitchen operations, and waste reduction..
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety..
• Work efficiently during busy service periods as part of a professional kitchen team..
• Support menu development and the introduction of new dishes when required..

Requirements.

• Proven professional experience as a ramen chef in a Japanese restaurant or specialist ramen kitchen..
• Strong knowledge of traditional ramen preparation techniques, including broths, tare, noodles, and toppings..
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality..
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure..
• Good communication, teamwork, and time-management skills..
• Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards..
• Reliability, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for Japanese cuisine..
• Experience working in Japan or in a reputable Japanese ramen restaurant would be an advantage..

This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive salary based on experience. You will have the opportunity to contribute ideas to menu development, work in a professional restaurant environment, and develop your career as part of a supportive team.. .

Experience: Not required
Employment: Full-time
Salary: £12 – £13 hourly
Benefits: Tips etc

About Kaito sushi wembley:

About Kaito Sushi – Wembley Park. . Kaito Sushi is a Japanese-inspired restaurant in Wembley Park, London, serving freshly prepared sushi, authentic-style ramen, premium Wagyu beef and delicious Japanese favourites.