At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead an exclusive Omakase service, crafting a memorable dining experience for guests.
- Company: Join LUNA at Los Mochis, a top-tier dining destination in London.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, career development, and dining discounts.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic, intimate environment with clear progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a unique culinary journey blending tradition with creativity.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Omakase Chef with strong Japanese cuisine knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
LUNA at Los Mochis London City is seeking an exceptional Omakase Chef to join our exclusive 12-seat Omakase counter. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Omakase Chef to take a leading role in delivering a refined, guest-led dining experience, working with premium seasonal ingredients in an intimate, open-kitchen environment.
As an Omakase Chef, you will be at the centre of the experience, leading service, engaging directly with guests, and delivering a precise, elegant, and memorable tasting journey.
About LUNA at Los Mochis: LUNA is a highly exclusive Omakase experience within Los Mochis London City, offering an intimate 12-seat counter where guests are guided through a seasonal tasting menu. As an Omakase Chef, you will be part of a concept that blends traditional Japanese techniques with contemporary creativity, delivering a truly immersive dining experience.
The Role - Omakase Chef: As an Omakase Chef, you will:
- Lead Omakase service with confidence, precision, and consistency
- Prepare and present dishes to the highest standard in a live, guest-facing environment
- Work closely with Executive Head Chef Leonard Tanyag on seasonal menu development
- Showcase strong Edomae and modern Japanese techniques
- Handle premium ingredients with care, respect, and technical excellence
- Create a seamless and engaging guest experience through storytelling and interaction
- Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food safety
What We're Looking For - Omakase Chef: The ideal Omakase Chef will have:
- Proven experience as an Omakase Chef or senior chef within a high-end Japanese concept
- Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, ingredients, and techniques
- Excellent knife skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Confidence working in a small, high-pressure, guest-facing environment
- A calm, disciplined, and highly professional approach
- A genuine passion for Omakase dining and seasonal produce
What's in It for You: As an Omakase Chef, you will receive:
- Private medical insurance (post-probation)
- Career development and study support
- Dining discounts across the group
- Free meals on duty
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group
- The opportunity to work in a truly world-class Omakase Chef environment
If you are a skilled and passionate Omakase Chef looking to be part of something special, we'd love to hear from you. Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. The Thesleff Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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