An exceptional opportunity for an accomplished omakase chef to lead one of Central Londons most intimate and premium dining experiences, combining world:class technical ability with confident leadership.
The Role
We are seeking a Head Omakase Chef to lead the kitchen at an award:winning restaurant in Central London. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable preparing world:class omakase menus, mentoring a small team, engaging with guests and maintaining the highest culinary standards. This role would suit a current Head Chef or an exceptional Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step within a world:class hospitality group.
The Restaurant
- Concept: Award:winning Mexican:Japanese restaurant
- Cuisine: Omakase, Edomae:style sushi, premium Japanese
- Style: Intimate, high:end dining experience
- Team: Small, focused brigade
- Location: Central London
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the kitchen by example, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
- Train, mentor and develop the team to improve their skills and career growth.
- Ensure every dish leaving the kitchen is of the highest quality and in line with restaurant standards.
- Work closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless service and guest expectations are exceeded.
- Accommodate dietary requirements and special requests with precision and care.
- Maintain expert knowledge of ingredients, preparation techniques and seasonal products.
- Manage food costs, inventory and supplier relationships, keeping the kitchen within budget.
- Monitor portion control and minimise wastage while maximising profitability.
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.
- Conduct regular audits and maintain food storage and handling records.
The Ideal Candidate
- Extensive experience within premium Japanese restaurants, luxury omakase concepts or Michelin:starred environments.
- Exceptional knife skills and a deep understanding of Edomae:style sushi.
- An appreciation for seasonal produce and ingredient provenance.
- Strong leadership skills : develops people, leads by example and remains calm under pressure.
- Experience managing food costs, labour, ordering, compliance and kitchen performance.
- Traditional sushi restaurant background strongly preferred over pan:Asian or fusion concepts, unless substantial omakase expertise is demonstrated.
- Right to work in the UK.
Why Apply
- Salary of A GBP 65,000 + surplus tronc distribution.
- Lead one of Central Londons most intimate and premium dining experiences.
- Work within a world:class hospitality group.
- Opportunity to mentor and develop a small, focused team.
- Prestigious Central London location.
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