Sushi Chef

We're Hiring: Sushi Chef at SUSHI TONARI inside Mercato Metropolitano – London's First Sustainable Community Market

⭐ TONARI THE NEIGHBOUR HATANO YOSHIKI is the first London branch of a sushi restaurant that has received the Michelin Bib Gourmand three years in a row in Tokyo. Located at Mercato Mayfair, we serve traditional Edo-style standing sushi.

[Position]

Sushi Chef at SUSHI TONARI

[Salary]

£14–20 per hour (based on experience and skills) + tips
Minimum 3-month training period

[Requirements]

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a sushi chef

• Experience with Omakase is highly valued

• Must be available for long-term (1 year or more)

• Immediate start preferred

[Working Hours]

• Shift-based between 9:30 AM – 10:45 PM
  (9:30 AM – 9:45 PM on Sundays)

• 48 hours/week

• Breaks provided

• Shifts are scheduled every two weeks for easy planning

[Holidays & Leave]

• Based on shift schedule

[Benefits]

• Opportunities for pay raises

• Staff meals provided

• Paid holidays

• Uniform provided

• Tips

[Job Description & Desired Qualities]

As a sushi chef, you’ll be responsible for Omakase, customer service, and takeaway sushi menu items.

We especially welcome individuals who:
◎ Are eager to learn and grow alongside our Head Chef
◎ Enjoy communicating with both guests and fellow staff
◎ Love hospitality and talking with people
◎ Are cheerful, positive, and work with a smile
◎ Are motivated, responsible, and aim to improve as part of the team
◎ Value teamwork and collaboration

Knowledge of sake and wine is a big plus!

[About the Restaurant]

• Name: SUSHI TONARI

• Cuisine: Sushi

• Closed: Follows Mercato Metropolitano’s schedule

• Location: Mercato Mayfair, St Mark’s, North Audley Street, London W1K 6ZA

If you’re passionate about sushi and hospitality, and want to be part of a growing and respected team – we’d love to hear from you!