Chef at Machiya Piccadilly Circus

Chef & Cook

16 May 2024103 views

Chef at Machiya, Piccadilly Circus
Permanent Contract, Flexible Hours, No Early Starts, Great Work-Life Balance

Machiya is an all-day restaurant specialising in Japanese izakaya style food alongside robata charcoal grilled kushiyaki.
You will be part of a young and ambitious team with a love for Japanese food and culture, led by a talented head chef who is looking to develop the right candidate into a senior role.
Knowledge of Japanese cuisine is not essential, however, a love of food and desire for progression is a must.
Shift patterns are variable up to 48 hours per week and we aim to accommodate all our team’s lives outside of work.
Benefits & Perks:
  • Starting pay is £11.50-£12.00 per hour plus tips. Pay is every two weeks.
  • Private Healthcare scheme for you and your children after probation.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering access to counselling services along with experts in law, personal finance and family matters; a 24/7 365 helpline and an online health & well-being online app.
  • CODE Hospitality Rewards: Discounts across thousands of restaurants and bars, gym memberships, hotels, meal kits, wine, produce, training, and many other rewards.
  • Free team meals whilst on shift.
  • Cost price food and drinks to take home.
  • Referral bonuses for when you recommend your friends to work with us.
  • 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
  • Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
  • Optional pension scheme.
  • Successful applicants will be paid for their trial shift.


Working on shift with us you will:
  • Prepare ingredients & meals to company specifications.
  • Take pride in keeping the premises organised & clean.
  • Work within the company’s food hygiene and health and safety procedures.
  • Enjoy being part of a friendly & cooperative team.
  • Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Take an interest in Japanese food & culture.


Once you’ve joined, if you then decide you’d like to develop your career with us, there are lots of opportunities – most of our Head Chefs joined us as chefs and they can earn well over £35k per annum.
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Intermediate
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    £11.5 – £12 hourly
  • Benefits
    + tips

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