Sous Chef – Lead a Luxury Sushi Kitchen on a Rooftop

Kioku by Endo; Whitehall; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Staff meals on duty

Employee discounts

Wagestream access to earned pay

Job summary

Kioku by Endo on the sixth floor of Raffles London at The OWO seeks a talented Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team. You will lead the kitchen, run the pass and develop the brigade across sections, delivering the high standards expected in a Michelin-inspired setting.

You will work closely with Chef Endo, shaping menus and coordinating with sushi and front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless dining experience in London.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in fine dining or luxury hotel kitchens.
• Japanese kitchen experience is a real advantage.
• Strong leadership and ability to train a brigade.
• Clear communication and team-first attitude.
• Solid understanding of food costs and kitchen admin.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen alongside the Head Chef and run it in their absence.
• Run the pass and ensure every dish leaves at the highest standard.
• Lead, train and develop the brigade from Commis to Junior Sous Chef.
• Contribute to menu development, tastings and seasonal changes.
• Manage ordering, stock control, supplier relationships and waste.
• Assist with food costs and gross profit targets.
• Plan rotas and support recruitment for the kitchen team.
• Lead on food safety, HACCP and allergen procedures.
• Communicate clearly with front of house and sushi team.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Japanese cuisine familiarity

Food safety HACCP

Attention to detail

Menu development

Evening/weekend work flexibility

Job description

Kioku by Endo on the sixth floor of Raffles London at The OWO seeks a talented Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team. You will lead the kitchen, run the pass and develop the brigade across sections, delivering the high standards expected in a Michelin-inspired setting.

You will work closely with Chef Endo, shaping menus and coordinating with sushi and front-of-house teams to ensure a seamless dining experience in London.