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About the Role
As Sushi Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes while maintaining the highest standard of food quality, hygiene and consistency. Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team, you will play an important role in delivering an outstanding guest experience.
Your role in our family:
- Prepare and present sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki rolls and other Japanese dishes to a consistently high standard.
- Ensure all ingredients are fresh, properly stored and prepared in accordance with company standards.
- Manage daily mise en place and stock preparation for the sushi section.
- Maintain excellent food hygiene, food safety and HACCP standards.
- Ensure all dishes are consistently prepared and presented in line with agreed recipes and standards.
- Monitor food quality, portion control and minimise waste.
- Support effective stock control and stock rotation.
- Maintain a clean, organised and fully stocked section at all times.
- Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service.
- Assist with menu development and new dish ideas.
- Support and guide junior kitchen team and members where required.
- Work flexibly across the kitchen operation to support business needs.
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What we’re looking for
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Sushi Chef in a busy restaurant environment
- Strong knife skills and experience preparing and filleting fish
- Excellent knowledge of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, maki and Japanese food preparation.
- Good understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Remains calm and professional during busy service periods
- Takes pride in producing high quality food.
- Works well as part of a team and supports colleagues when needed.
- Helps create a positive, respectful and supportive kitchen culture
The best bit:
- Learning and Development: Access our digital learning platform, and various courses to enhance your knowledge and skills
- Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from our interactive health and wellbeing platform and Employee Assistance Program.
- Health care cash plans: take advantage of our Health Care cash plan benefits, including 24-hours access to a GP.
- Discounted food and beverage, accommodation and spa for you and your family
- Discounts on Spa treatments and Spa days in our award-winning Cottonmill Spa
- Discount on Spa products
- Refer a Friend Scheme: earn up to £1,000 referral fee when you recommend someone to work with us
- Preferred Hotel Group discounted global hotel rates
- Free staff meals and parking
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Equal Opportunities
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know at careers@sopwellhouse.co.uk
Right to Work
Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Proof of documentation will be required in line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.
Next Steps
If you’re shortlisted, we’ll give you a quick call to learn more about you and answer your questions. Candidates who progress will then be invited to the hotel for an in-person interview. We review applications as they come in, so apply early to avoid missing out. We may close the role once we’ve found the right person.
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