Maki Ramen - Assistant head Chef

Be part of something new – join Maki & Ramen Leicester (LE1 4SA)

We're Maki & Ramen – a growing, Japanese-inspired dining brand known for our homemade ramen and freshly prepared sushi. With a strong focus on quality and warm, attentive service, we’re passionate about delivering a memorable experience for every guest.

For our Leicester location, we’re looking for an experienced and adaptable full-time Assistant Head Chef to shape the future of this exciting new site. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a vibrant, expanding team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations to maintain consistent food quality.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring high standards across all sections.
• Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and maintaining presentation standards.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, and waste control to support cost efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures at all times.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong cooking ability across multiple sections with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven experience in a senior kitchen role, ideally as a Senior CDP or Sous Chef.
• Confident leadership and communication skills when supervising teams.
• Good understanding of food safety, allergens, and kitchen compliance standards.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining organisation and a positive attitude.

As part of our team, you will receive a motivated and friendly working environment, delicious team meals and a competitive salary + tips.

What are you waiting for? Join us today!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Assistant Head Chef: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)