Operations - Ashford
Contract: Part Time
Salary: 12.71
Contracted Hours: 8
We burst onto the restaurant scene in 1997, when we shook up London and showed the UK a new way of eating. Part of this was the 'kaiten' conveyor belt and colour-coded dishes which made our name.
We're all about fresh, flavoursome, authentic Japanese food. Sushi is what we're famous for, but we also have a mouth‑watering range of hot street food available - from traditional classics to innovative fusion dishes. All packed with rich, aromatic flavours and umami. Fast forward to today and we have over 70 restaurants all over the globe, more than 300 kiosks in the UK, with grocery products and pre‑pack sushi in most major UK supermarkets.
Who we’re looking for:
- Food lovers who enjoy being part of a buzzing, fast‑paced environment
- Friendly, outgoing personalities who know how to make guests feel welcome
- Energetic team players who bring positivity to every shift
- People with extra time on their hands who want flexible seasonal work
- Individuals who take pride in delivering great service with a smile
About you !!!
- Experience in a kitchen or food-prep environment
- Strong teamwork and communication
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced setting
- Reliability and a positive attitude
�df1f Seasonal Opportunities – Sushi Chefs (Back of House)
Are you passionate about fresh food, great flavours, and working in a fast‑paced kitchen? We’re looking for Seasonal Sushi Chefs to support our teams during our busiest period of the year.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with strong knife skills, great attention to detail, and a love for Japanese cuisine.
What you’ll be doing:
- Preparing high-quality sushi and hot food to brand standards
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness
- Working as part of a fun, energetic back‑of‑house team
- Supporting the kitchen during peak trading periods
If you’re looking for a seasonal role with a great team and exciting pace, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re proud to offer:
- Fantastic working hours
- Free YO! food - What's your favourite YO! dish? Every time you work you can power your shift with a selection of your choice from our fantastic menu
- Grow with YO!- we will pay for you to achieve professional qualifications (up to Degree level) whilst you work
- Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including private medical health plan and 24/7 Employee Assistance Line
- Discounted gym membership, cinema tickets, dining out and retail offers are all available by accessing our reward platform
- 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and 3 friends
- Award-winning sustainability initiatives - We're committed to delivering progress against 9 UN sustainability goals, just some of the actions we've already taken include: 100% of all Salmon
- sourced from certified sustainable sources, Zero use of Species classed as MCS "Fish to Avoid"
- 1/3rdof our Restaurant menu is plant-led and we are p
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Sushi Chef - Seasonal in Ashford employer: The Wonderfield Group
At Yo! in Westfield Stratford, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Our Head Chef role offers not only the chance to lead a passionate team in crafting exquisite Japanese-inspired dishes but also provides ample opportunities for personal and professional growth in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, you'll find a supportive atmosphere where your culinary creativity can truly shine.
