Sheffield
Join Us as Our Head Chef! Operations - Sheffield Meadowhall Contract: Full Time\n \n Salary: £37,300 - £39,300\n \n Contracted Hours: 45\n At Yo! Sushi, we’re not just about serving food; we’re about creating an unforgettable dining experience! Picture iconic conveyor belts, bold Japanese flavors, and a vibrant team that brings energy every single day. \n With over 30 restaurants across the UK since 1997, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and the amazing people who make it all happen. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a catch-up with friends, we craft memorable experiences for every guest—and it all starts with our incredible teams. If you’re passionate, energetic, and ready to thrive in a bustling environment, you’ll fit right in. \n Join us and be part of something fast, fun, and full of flavor! About You\n You are: \n \n • Passionate about food, especially sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes\n, • An experienced kitchen leader who leads by example\n, • Detail-driven, with high standards for quality and consistency\n, • Calm, organized, and confident during busy services\n, • Hands-on and happy to be on the pass and on the floor\n, • A people-focused leader who enjoys developing and motivating others\n, • Keen to grow, improve, and keep the kitchen moving forward\n Your Key Responsibilities\n As our Head Chef, you’ll take full ownership of the kitchen, leading the team to deliver exceptional food every time while creating an environment where everyone feels supported and proud of their work. You’ll be: \n \n • Leading, motivating, and developing the kitchen team\n, • Ensuring every dish is fresh, consistent, and beautifully presented\n, • Managing service with calm leadership and clear communication\n, • Collaborating closely with the General Manager to enhance the overall experience\n, • Training and developing your team to build strong future talent\n, • Maintaining high standards across food quality, safety, and cleanliness\n, • Managing stock, deliveries, and kitchen organization\n, • Creating a positive, inclusive, high-energy kitchen culture\n, • Driving consistency, structure, and continuous improvement\n What We Offer\n We’re proud to provide: \n \n • Fantastic working hours\n, • Free YO! food - Enjoy your favorite dishes every time you work!\n, • Grow with YO! We’ll pay for you to achieve professional qualifications (up to Degree level) while you work\n, • Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, including a private medical health plan and 24/7 Employee Assistance Line\n, • Discounted gym membership, cinema tickets, dining out, and retail offers through our reward platform\n, • 50% off your food every time you dine with us for you and three friends\n, • Award-winning sustainability initiatives - We’re committed to progress against 9 UN sustainability goals, including sourcing 100% of our salmon from certified sustainable sources and ensuring 1/3 of our menu is plant-led\n \n