As Head Chef, you'll take full ownership of the kitchen - leading the team, delivering great food every time, and creating an environment where people feel supported and proud of what they do.
Responsibilities
- Leading, motivating, and developing the kitchen team
- Ensuring every dish is fresh, consistent, and beautifully presented
- Managing service with calm leadership and clear communication
- Working closely with the General Manager to deliver a great overall experience
- Training and developing your team to build strong future talent
- Maintaining high standards across food quality, safety, and cleanliness
- Managing stock, deliveries, and kitchen organisation
- Creating a positive, inclusive, high energy kitchen culture
- Driving consistency, structure, and continuous improvement
We're proud to offer:
- Fantastic working hours
- Free YO! food
You are:
- Passionate about food, especially sushi and Japanese inspired dishes
- An experienced kitchen leader who leads by example
- Detail driven, with high standards for quality and consistency
- Calm, organised, and confident during busy services
- Hands on and happy to be on the pass and on the floor
- A people focused leader who enjoys developing and motivating others
- Keen to grow, improve, and keep the kitchen moving forward
About Yo! Sushi
At Yo! Sushi, we serve up fresh food, fast-paced energy, and a dining experience like no other. Think iconic conveyor belts, bold Japanese flavours, and a team that brings the vibe every single day.
With 30+ restaurants across the UK since 1997, we're a brand that's built on innovation, quality, and great people. Whether it's a quick lunch or a catch-up with friends, we create memorable experiences for every guest-and it all starts with our teams. If you're passionate, energetic, and ready to thrive in a busy environment, you'll fit right in.
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 a TPBN1_UKTJ
Head Chef in City of London employer: YO! Sushi UK Ltd
At YO! Sushi, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Milton Keynes. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for advancement within our innovative dining concept. Join us to be part of a vibrant team that values creativity, quality, and a passion for food, all while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive culture.
