Sushi Chef

Zuma Restaurants; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Zuma Restaurants as a Junior Sushi Chef in London, where you'll master the art of sushi-making in a high-volume luxury environment. This role offers incredible career growth, world-class training, and the opportunity to work with a passionate team dedicated to crafting unforgettable dining experiences.

Benefits

World-Class training

Global opportunities

Family Meals

Rewards & Recognition

Dining discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Junior Sushi Chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant.
• Genuine love for culinary experiences and a passion for Japanese cuisine.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the sushi section is set up and ready for service, maintaining efficiency and quality.
• Assist in minimizing food waste through careful preparation and mindful handling of ingredients.
• Prepare sushi items with precision and attention to detail.

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

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As aJunior Sushi Chefat Zuma, precision, tradition, and creativity come together to create unforgettable sushi experiences. You’ll work closely with our talented sushi team to master the art of sushi-making while ensuring the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and teamwork.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. This role will be based in Zuma London, the original restaurantlocatedin the heart of Knightsbridge. Where our story first began, our iconic London venue serves as the global heart of the Zuma energy. Zuma London is proud to be part of the Azumi Collection.

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities as aJunior Sushi Chefwill include:

• Ensure the sushi section is fully set up and ready for service, maintaining efficiency and quality
• Assist in minimizing food waste through careful preparation and mindful handling of ingredients.
• Actively work towards mastering all aspects of the sushi section and expanding your knowledge across other kitchen areas
• Prepare sushi items with precision and attention to detail, always meeting Zuma’s high brand standards.
• Use and maintain kitchen equipment to a high standard, minimizing breakage and ensuring smooth operations
• Participate in the proper storage of perishable and food items, adhering to Food Safety practices and regulations

What We Look For
Our idealJunior Sushi Chefembodies our values and brings:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience as aJunior Sushi Chefin a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Exceptional knife skills and a commitment to precision and presentation

Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training,designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Mealsare shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition,we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Dining discount,enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Ready to create some magic?Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.