Sous Chef
Location: Manchester
Fish are like us—we all swim together. Strange Fish are bold, curious individuals who fit right in here. Those who are comfortable just being themselves, a little different perhaps. We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.
This role is for a chef who takes pride in their work, enjoys working in a busy kitchen, and cares about quality, teamwork, and consistency. You do not need perfect English. We value clear communication, a positive attitude, and strong kitchen skills.
About You
You are someone who:
* Enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen
* Stays calm and focused, even when it is busy
* Works with care, accuracy, and attention to detail
* Is positive, respectful, and supportive to other chefs
* Can adapt to change while keeping high standards
* Enjoys learning and improving your skills
* Likes working as part of a team and thinking “we”, not “me”
* Is interested in food and open to learning about our Danish and Japanese roots.
Your Role as Sous Chef
When you are on shift, you are responsible for the kitchen. This includes:
* Preparing food and ensuring high quality at all times
* Making excellent sushi and kushiyaki sticks
* Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and safe
* Following food safety and hygiene standards
* Helping to control food costs and reduce waste
* Supporting and guiding other chefs on shift
* Making sure every guest receives a great plate of food, every time
* You will work closely with the Head Chef and be an important part of the leadership team.
What You Bring
You already have:
* Experience working in a busy professional kitchen
* Good knife skills and sushi-making experience
* Enough English to communicate clearly in the kitchen
* Strong attention to detail and high standards
* Respect for kitchen rules, safety, and cleanliness
* You also bring:
* A desire to learn and grow as a chef
* Respect for traditions, with openness to new ideas
* Kindness, teamwork, and mutual respect
* A positive attitude – we support each other here
Benefits
We work hard, but we also look after our people.
You will receive:
* A competitive salary plus Tronc
* Staff food on every shift
* 50% discount in all our restaurants (including drinks)
* Referral bonus schemes
* Wellbeing and employee assistance support
* Financial wellbeing support
* Retail and high street discounts
* Team events, parties, and awards
* Sticks ’n’ Sushi language lessons to help you settle in
Ready to Apply?
Click Apply – it’s quick and easy. We welcome chefs from all backgrounds and cultures. We are excited to meet the unique chef that you are. If it feels right, we’ll invite you for a chat and take the next step together.
That’s us.