Sushi Chef

Nobu Hotel Portman Square; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury dining establishment in London is seeking a skilled Sushi Chef to join its prestigious team. The role focuses on preparing sushi dishes with exceptional craftsmanship and creativity, upholding Nobu’s high standards. Candidates should have proven experience in fine dining and a passion for Japanese culinary tradition. The position offers a Full-Time contract with competitive benefits, including a Refer a Friend Scheme and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

£1000 Refer a Friend Scheme

Discounted overnight stays

Discounted wellness treatments

Up to 33 holiday days

Free meals while on duty

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sushi Chef in luxury hospitality or fine dining.
• Commitment to precision and artistry in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cut, cook and present sushi dishes to Nobu’s standards.
• Ensure efficient station operation during service.
• Create special menus in collaboration with the Head Sushi Chef.

Skills

Exceptional knife skills

Understanding of Japanese culinary traditions

Creativity in menu development

Job description

Job Ref: NOB2548 Branch: Nobu Hotel London Portman Square Location: London Portman Square, West London Salary/Benefits: Up to £36,000 including Tronc Service Charge and Benefits Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Hours per week: 42 hours per week Posted date: 03/12/2025 Closing date: 05/01/2026

As a Sushi Chef at Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, you’ll be part of the team behind one of the most iconic culinary brands in the world. This role is about more than preparing sushi - it’s about delivering an unforgettable dining experience through craftsmanship, creativity and Nobu’s uncompromising standards.

You will

• Prepare, cut, cook and present sushi dishes to Nobu’s exacting standards
• Ensure your station is set up and operating efficiently throughout service
• Follow recipes and maintain consistency across all dishes
• Create Omakase, tasting and special menus in collaboration with the Head Sushi Chef
• Uphold strict hygiene, safety and sanitation practices at all times
• Store raw materials safely and maintain cleanliness in all areas
• Monitor Health & Safety compliance and report any issues promptly
• Maintain equipment in safe working condition and report breakdowns
• Handle allergy requests with care and communicate clearly with service teams
• Support and train new team members, fostering collaboration and excellence
• Attend team briefings and contribute ideas for continuous improvement
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive approach to work and guest care
• Act as an ambassador for Nobu values of Family, Crafted, Smile and Kokoro

What We’re Looking For

You bring proven experience as a Sushi Chef within a luxury hospitality or fine dining environment. You have exceptional knife skills, a deep understanding of Japanese culinary traditions and a passion for innovation. With a commitment to precision and artistry, you’ll help deliver Nobu’s signature dining experience.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Two hotel-wide social events each year including our Employee Awards Night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider Nobu portfolio
• Innovative learning and development programs
• Exciting wellness and volunteering initiatives
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on all food and beverage
• Free meals while on duty

Nobu Hotels effortlessly blends modern luxury and minimal Japanese tradition into the concept of a lifestyle hotel. Filled with cutting-edge design and stunning spaces, Nobu Hotels provides remarkable hospitable service and an unparalleled experience like nothing before. Helming from world renowned

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, the Nobu Hotels concept is a remarkable conjunction of exquisite cuisine, innovation and creativity.

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square features 249 guest rooms and suites, together with a Nobu restaurant, ballroom and meeting spaces beautifully conceptualised by London-based architecture and interior design firm, David Collins Studio, in conjunction with Make Architects.

We are looking for great people that embody our core values of Kokoro, Smile, Family & Crafted.

You will share our passion, deliver quality results and have the courage to be different and creative within your specialism.