Sous Chef - Japanese Restaurant New Opening
3 hours ago
£40000–£50000 yearly
Full-time
London
Incipio curates beautiful spaces with vibrant atmospheres for great times. Vibrancy: the state of being full of energy and life A vibrant, buzzing Japanese restaurant and rooftop cocktail bar, this dynamic venue channels the electric energy of Tokyo after dark. Inspired by the moody allure of Japanese Noir cinema, it blends shadowy intrigue with neon-lit vibrancy, offering a fresh and modern take on Japanese cuisine and culture in West London. The menu reimagines classic dishes with bold flavours and innovative techniques, while expertly crafted cocktails pay homage to Japan's drinking culture. Whether indulging in exquisite sashimi or sipping highballs under the city skyline, guests are immersed in an atmosphere where tradition meets the avant-garde, and every night feels cinematic. Split across two stunning floors, with an exquisite Private Dining Room offering breathtaking views over West London, Wolves of Tokyo is a world of dynamic, immersive experiences. We are searching for an inspiring leader to embody this vibrant brand, guiding their team on an unforgettable journey while crafting a service that is as thrilling as it is refined-elevated, electrifying, and endlessly engaging. Our Sous Chefs are proactive, detail-oriented leaders in the kitchen. They are true food enthusiasts; creative, passionate, and committed to impeccable standards, while ensuring full compliance with food safety regulations. Supporting with the running of the day-to-day kitchen operations, they ensure that the incredible dishes prepared in our sparkling kitchens are thoroughly enjoyed by our guests. As a Sous Chef, you will support our Chef De Parties, Commis Chefs & Kitchen Porters in maintaining our high standards of service, leading from the front and helping to develop the skills of your team. We empower our Sous Chefs to be approachable, open, honest & respected, and give them the tools to develop their team & themselves. WHAT YOU'LL BE GETTING UP TO Collaboratively deliver the Wolves of Tokyo Menu with confidence, precision, and pride Work closely with the Head Chef & Itamae Chef to lead the wider kitchen team to create exceptional guest experiences Running the day to day operations of our kitchens Ensuring we are compliant, clean and safe Prepping for the day ahead and delegating tasks to the team to ensure success Supporting with stock management Creating new and exciting dishes for menu changes and seasonal specials Training and Developing your team Lead by example on compliance, safety, and completing e-learning and checklists Represent yourself and the Incipio brand with positivity, professionalism, and pride WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Previous experience as a Senior Chef in a Japanese restaurant with strong technique A passion for hospitality, attention to detail, and high standards of food preparation and presentation Organised, clean, and confident in maintaining food hygiene, stock rotation, and compliance A team player who contributes to a calm, collaborative and motivated kitchen culture Strong communication and willingness to train, mentor, and support junior chefs Energy, pace, and a genuine desire to grow your craft within a high-performance kitchen BENEFITS + BEST BITS Transparent and fair TRONC payments Self Space: Free Therapy available through Self Space. Accessible to anyone who works for Incipio Referral Bonus: refer a friend and once they have passed their probation you receive a bonus 60% of our management teams are people we have progressed internally Career development + opportunity to grow and expand in this role as the business expands Company awards to celebrate team and regular events Incentive Trips (Think Wine trips to Portugal and Ski Trips to France)· Compassionate Leave Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Length in service; earn additional holiday after 2 years continuous service Incipio FC + Seasonal Socials 50% discount for food and drink in all of our venues Incipio & Inclusivity We're all about celebrating individuality & inclusivity. At Incipio, we believe diverse teams make the best teams. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives; regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you uniquely you. If you need any adjustments during the application process, just let us know. We've got you!