Head Omakase Chef - 65k
An exceptional opportunity for an accomplished omakase chef to lead one of Central London's most intimate and premium dining experiences, combining world-class technical ability with confident leadership.

The Role
We are seeking a Head Omakase Chef to lead the kitchen at an award-winning restaurant in Central London. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable preparing world-class omakase menus, mentoring a small team, engaging with guests and maintaining the highest culinary standards. This role would suit a current Head Chef or an exceptional Senior Sous Chef ready to take the next step within a world-class hospitality group.

The Restaurant

• Concept: Award-winning Mexican-Japanese restaurant
• Cuisine: Omakase, Edomae-style sushi, premium Japanese
• Style: Intimate, high-end dining experience
• Team: Small, focused brigade
• Location: Central London

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen by example, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
• Train, mentor and develop the team to improve their skills and career growth.
• Ensure every dish leaving the kitchen is of the highest quality and in line with restaurant standards.
• Work closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless service and guest expectations are exceeded.
• Accommodate dietary requirements and special requests with precision and care.
• Maintain expert knowledge of ingredients, preparation techniques and seasonal products.
• Manage food costs, inventory and supplier relationships, keeping the kitchen within budget.
• Monitor portion control and minimise wastage while maximising profitability.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety and hygiene regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and maintain food storage and handling records.

The Ideal Candidate

• Extensive experience within premium Japanese restaurants, luxury omakase concepts or Michelin-starred environments.
• Exceptional knife skills and a deep understanding of Edomae-style sushi.
• An appreciation for seasonal produce and ingredient provenance.
• Strong leadership skills – develops people, leads by example and remains calm under pressure.
• Experience managing food costs, labour, ordering, compliance and kitchen performance.
• Traditional sushi restaurant background strongly preferred over pan-Asian or fusion concepts, unless substantial omakase expertise is demonstrated.
• Right to work in the UK.

Why Apply

• Salary of £65,000 + surplus tronc distribution.
• Lead one of Central London's most intimate and premium dining experiences.
• Work within a world-class hospitality group.
• Opportunity to mentor and develop a small, focused team.
• Prestigious Central London location.

How to Apply
If you have significant premium Japanese culinary experience and are ready to lead a world-class omakase operation, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com