Sushi Head Chef - Shanghai Me London

Fundamental Hospitality Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£66,200 per annum + tips

Career progression opportunities

Training and development

Staff meals and dining discounts

International hospitality group

Job summary

Shanghai Me, London, is seeking an experienced Sushi Head Chef to lead the sushi operation for a luxury Pan-Asian destination. You will own the sushi section, oversee preparation and presentation, and guide a team to deliver exceptional quality in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role requires extensive sushi expertise, strong leadership, and a hands-on approach to maintain the highest standards of fish handling, hygiene and service. Competitive salary plus tips and ongoing development are offered.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in sushi preparation and Japanese culinary techniques, ideally within a luxury restaurant, high-end hotel or premium hospitality environment.
• Previous experience as a Sushi Head Chef or Senior Sushi Sous Chef ready to take the next step
• Exceptional knowledge of sushi, sashimi, fish handling and ingredient quality
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to train, motivate and develop a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain standards in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• A genuine passion for Pan-Asian cuisine, craftsmanship and attention to detail
• A hands-on approach, strong work ethic and commitment to culinary excellence
• Food Hygiene Level 3 certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operation of the sushi section, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency and presentation
• Prepare and execute high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes to Shanghai Me standards
• Manage, train and develop the sushi team, maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture
• Ensure the highest standards of fish handling, freshness, portion control and product quality
• Oversee daily mise en place, stock management and ordering to ensure efficient kitchen operations
• Maintain strict hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards at all times
• Work closely with the senior culinary team to ensure smooth service and consistently high standards

Skills

Sushi prep

Japanese techniques

Leadership

Team training

Food hygiene

HACCP

Pan-Asian cuisine

Education

Food Hygiene Level 3

Job description

Sushi Head Chef | Shanghai Me, London

Shanghai Me is looking for an experienced Sushi Head Chef to lead our sushi operation at one of London's leading luxury Pan-Asian dining destinations.

Working closely with the senior culinary team, you'll take ownership of the sushi section, overseeing the preparation and presentation of exceptional sushi and sashimi while leading and developing your team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate sushi specialist to bring technical expertise, creativity and strong leadership to a premium, fast-paced kitchen.

What We Offer:

• £66,200 per annum + tips
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Staff meals and dining discounts
• The opportunity to work within a growing international hospitality group

What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee the daily operation of the sushi section, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency and presentation
• Prepare and execute high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes to Shanghai Me standards
• Manage, train and develop the sushi team, maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture
• Ensure the highest standards of fish handling, freshness, portion control and product quality
• Oversee daily mise en place, stock management and ordering to ensure efficient kitchen operations
• Maintain strict hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards at all times
• Work closely with the senior culinary team to ensure smooth service and consistently high standards

What We're Looking For:

• Extensive experience in sushi preparation and Japanese culinary techniques, ideally within a luxury restaurant, high-end hotel or premium hospitality environment
• Previous experience as a Sushi Head Chef or Senior Sushi Sous Chef ready to take the next step
• Exceptional knowledge of sushi, sashimi, fish handling and ingredient quality
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to train, motivate and develop a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain standards in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• A genuine passion for Pan-Asian cuisine, craftsmanship and attention to detail
• A hands-on approach, strong work ethic and commitment to culinary excellence
• Food Hygiene Level 3 certification is preferred

Who are we?

Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the regions leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands, the group develops elevated, home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region, whilst exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world. Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined, where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world, where we understand the essential elements needed to execute experience driven lifestyle concepts on an international scale. The collection of brands within the portfolio include globally acclaimed concepts Gaia, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti and Izu Burger, as well as international franchises, Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai, and Cipriani Dolci UAE. Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe, with ongoing expansion of the group’s concepts into the GCC, Europe, UK, and USA. Dubai will further see the launch of new home grown concepts as Fundamental Hospitality continues to cement itself as the leading innovator in the hospitality industry.

Website: http://www.fundamentalhospitality.com