Sushi Chef

Smyth & Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hospitality consulting firm as the Head Sushi Chef for a stylish new restaurant in London. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented team, crafting a premium sushi experience that combines tradition with modern innovation. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for sushi, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to excellence. With a focus on high-quality ingredients and a collaborative spirit, you will shape the culinary direction of one of London’s standout sushi kitchens. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Michelin-starred or internationally acclaimed restaurants.
• A genuine passion for sushi with attention to detail and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the sushi kitchen, maintaining high standards.
• Create and evolve an innovative sushi menu with the executive team.

Skills

Sushi Techniques

Leadership

Menu Design

Food Safety Standards

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Head of Operations - Smyth & Co Luxury Hospitality Consulting

Head Sushi Chef for Beautiful Restaurant in London £75,000–£80,000

• Location: London
• Start: ASAP

Smyth & Co are proud to be partnering exclusively with a highly respected client to appoint a Head Sushi Chef for one of London's most exciting new restaurant projects.

This is an exceptional opportunity to take full ownership of a premium sushi offering, leading a talented team and working with world-class ingredients. The restaurant is stylish, elegant, and known for its uncompromising standards - this role offers the chance to shape one of London’s standout sushi kitchens.

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion and deep, intuitive understanding of sushi, with an obsessive focus on detail, balance, and presentation
• Experience in Michelin-starred or internationally acclaimed restaurants (UK, Japan, US, Europe)
• A calm, assured presence in the kitchen, able to build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team
• Skilled in sourcing, selecting, and working with the finest ingredients and suppliers worldwide
• A creative mind: able to design a sushi menu that respects tradition while introducing modern, progressive elements

The Role:

• Lead and oversee the sushi kitchen, setting and maintaining the highest standards of execution and consistency
• Create, refine, and evolve an innovative sushi menu in collaboration with the executive team
• Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs to maintain technical excellence across the team
• Maintain strict food safety, health, and hygiene standards at all times
• Work closely with senior leadership to shape the culinary direction of the restaurant

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Highly skilled in both traditional Sushi techniques and contemporary sushi innovation
• Respected by peers for discipline, leadership, and ability to build a strong kitchen culture
• Confident managing a busy, premium restaurant service at the highest level
• Ambitious, passionate, and genuinely committed to creating an exceptional guest experience

If you are passionate about leading a truly world-class sushi kitchen and ready to take your next step in one of London’s most exciting restaurants, we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production

• Industries

  Hospitality and Restaurants

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