Sous Chef

Sous Chef

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. 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.

About You

You are someone who:

• Enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen
• Stays calm and focused, even when it is busy
• Works with care, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Is positive, respectful, and supportive to other chefs
• Can adapt to change while keeping high standards
• Enjoys learning and improving your skills
• Likes working as part of a team and thinking “we”, not “me”

Your Role as Sous Chef

When you are on shift, you are responsible for the kitchen. This includes:

• Preparing food and ensuring high quality at all times
• Making excellent sushi and kushiyaki sticks
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and safe
• Following 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 great 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

You already have:

• Experience working in a busy professional 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
• Kindness, teamwork, and mutual respect
• A positive attitude – we support each other here

Benefits

Yes, we work hard. But we also laugh, learn and enjoy the ride. We want all our Strange Fish to be part of building something meaningful and to feel involved in making Sticks‘n’Sushi a little bit better every day. A place where everyone belongs and is represented. As well as our Sticks‘n’Sushi language lessons (so you can speak our slightly odd lingo in no time), you’ll enjoy:

• Delicious team food every shift
• 50% discount across all our restaurants, everywhere (yes, that includes drinks)
• Generous referral bonus schemes
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support through Hospitality Action
• Financial wellbeing support including early access to your salary with Wagestream
• Employee discounts across high street retailers and restaurants
• Team events, unforgettable parties & 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.