Sous Chef

Sous Chef

Location: Leeds

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 at our stunning new restaurant opening in Leeds.

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

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen
• Stay calm and focused, even when it is busy
• Work with care, accuracy and attention to detail
• Positive, respectful and supportive of other chefs
• Flexible and adaptable to change while keeping high standards
• Enjoy learning and improving your skills
• Like working as part of a team and thinking “we”, not “me”
• Interested in food and open to learning about our Danish and Japanese roots.

Your Role as Sous Chef

• Preparing food and ensuring high quality at all times
• Making excellent sushi and kushiyaki sticks
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe
• Ensuringi the highest levels of 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 perfect 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

• Experience working in a high volume, fresh food 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
• 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

The benefits that go beyond the day to day

Yes, we work hard. But we also laugh, learn and enjoy the ride. We want everyone to be part of building something meaningful and to feel involved in making us a little bit better every day. A place where everyone belongs and is represented. You’ll enjoy:

• Delicious Staff food every shift
• 50% discount across all our restaurants, everywhere (yes,that includes drinks.)
• A generous bonus scheme
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support through Hospitality Action
• Financial wellbeing support with early access to your salary if needed via Wagestream
• Employee discounts across High Street retailers and restaurants
• Team events, unforgettable parties & annual awards

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.