Sushi Chef/Hot Chef

Kata Restaurants; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Japanese restaurant chain in London is looking for experienced Sushi Chefs and/or Hot Chefs. Candidates must have sushi skills, experience in fish cutting, and knowledge of the hot section. The position offers competitive wages between £13.50 and £16 per hour, plus service charge and holiday pay. This role provides opportunities for career growth in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Service Charge

Accrued holiday pay

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of sushi skills and fish cutting.
• Experience in sushi rolling and knowledge of hot section preferred.
• Must be a team player and adhere to food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sushi skills and fish cutting.
• Show knowledge of hot section and popular donburi dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Sushi skills

Fish cutting

Experience in sushi rolling

Knowledge of hot section (grill/teppan/wok or fry)

Good command of English

Job description

Overview

Kata! Japanese Restaurants is looking for experienced Sushi Chef and/or Hot Chef. We have multiple positions available, full time and part time. Wage negotiable £13.50 - £16 per hour based on experience. Popular independent Japanese Restaurants in Harringay N4. Nominated in Timeout Love London awards 2014-2018 as one of the best local restaurants in North London. Nearest tube/train station: Harringay Green Lanes (N4).

Candidate must have knowledge of sushi skills, fish cutting and experience in sushi rolling. Knowledge of the hot section (grill/teppan/wok or fry) and knowledge of popular donburi dishes will be strongly considered. Chefs with knowledge of other cuisines, such as Chinese, European or Sunday Roasts are also advantageous. Our current team is looking to expand; candidates must be a team player yet able to work independently, have high standards in food hygiene and awareness of regulations, have a good command of English, and have the rights to work in the UK. If you have dedication to maintaining our high standards of quality and service, have creative flair and want to show it, there is an opportunity to rise in the career ladder.

Please submit your CV; all ideal candidates will be asked to attend a paid trial shift. NO cash in hand payments.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sushi skills, fish cutting and experience in sushi rolling.
• Show knowledge of the hot section (grill/teppan/wok or fry) and popular donburi dishes.
• Be aware of and adhere to food hygiene standards and regulations; maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Work as part of a team and also independently when required.
• Contribute to a positive guest experience and uphold the restaurant’s quality standards.
• Potentially bring knowledge of other cuisines (e.g., Chinese, European, or Sunday Roasts) as an advantage.
• Have the rights to work in the UK and possess good English communication skills.

Qualifications & Details

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday - Sunday 3pm - 11pm
• Salary: £13.50 – £16 hourly
• Benefits: Service Charge + accrued holiday pay

About Kata Restaurants

Multi cuisine and multi location business. Opportunity to grow, develop and expand with like minded people.