Head Sushi Chef for Beautiful Restaurant in London £75,000–£80,000
* Role: Head Sushi Chef
* Location: London
* Salary: £75,000–£80,000
* Start: ASAP
Smyth & Co are proud to be partnering exclusively with a highly respected client to appoint a Head Sushi Chef for one of London's most exciting new restaurant projects.
This is an exceptional opportunity to take full ownership of a premium sushi offering, leading a talented team and working with world-class ingredients. The restaurant is stylish, elegant, and known for its uncompromising standards - this role offers the chance to shape one of London’s standout sushi kitchens.
What We’re Looking For:
* A genuine passion and deep, intuitive understanding of sushi, with an obsessive focus on detail, balance, and presentation
* Experience in Michelin-starred or internationally acclaimed restaurants (UK, Japan, US, Europe)
* A calm, assured presence in the kitchen, able to build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team
* Skilled in sourcing, selecting, and working with the finest ingredients and suppliers worldwide
* A creative mind: able to design a sushi menu that respects tradition while introducing modern, progressive elements
The Role:
* Lead and oversee the sushi kitchen, setting and maintaining the highest standards of execution and consistency
* Create, refine, and evolve an innovative sushi menu in collaboration with the executive team
* Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs to maintain technical excellence across the team
* Maintain strict food safety, health, and hygiene standards at all times
* Work closely with senior leadership to shape the culinary direction of the restaurant
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Highly skilled in both traditional Sushi techniques and contemporary sushi innovation
* Respected by peers for discipline, leadership, and ability to build a strong kitchen culture
* Confident managing a busy, premium restaurant service at the highest level
* Ambitious, passionate, and genuinely committed to creating an exceptional guest experience
If you are passionate about leading a truly world-class sushi kitchen and ready to take your next step in one of London’s most exciting restaurants, we would love to hear from you.