# Sushi Head Chef - Shanghai Me London at Fundamental Hospitality > Onsite · United Kingdom · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/recruitee%3Abulldozergroup%3A2780542 (read 2026-11-09). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Fundamental Hospitality](https://alderhq.app/companies/fundamental-hospitality) - Location text: London, Greater London, United Kingdom - Where it can be done from (inferred): Onsite · United Kingdom (evidence: "Location: London, Greater London, United Kingdom") - Posted: 2026-10-12 (28 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-09 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://fundamentalhospitality.recruitee.com/o/sushi-head-chef-shanghai-me-london ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: £66k–£66k per year (from the listing's pay field) - Market band for similar posted roles (London, n 1852): p25 £45k, median £57k, p75 £73k ## Description (the employer's text) ### Sushi Head Chef \| Shanghai Me, London Shanghai Me is looking for an experienced Sushi Head Chef to lead our sushi operation at one of London’s leading luxury Pan-Asian dining destinations. Working closely with the senior culinary team, you’ll take ownership of the sushi section, overseeing the preparation and presentation of exceptional sushi and sashimi while leading and developing your team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate sushi specialist to bring technical expertise, creativity and strong leadership to a premium, fast-paced kitchen. ### What We Offer ### £66,200 per annum + tips Excellent career progression opportunities Ongoing training and development Staff meals and dining discounts The opportunity to work within a growing international hospitality group ### What You'll Do Lead and oversee the daily operation of the sushi section, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency and presentation Prepare and execute high-quality sushi and sashimi dishes to Shanghai Me standards Manage, train and develop the sushi team, maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture Ensure the highest standards of fish handling, freshness, portion control and product quality Oversee daily mise en place, stock management and ordering to ensure efficient kitchen operations Maintain strict hygiene, HACCP and food safety standards at all times Work closely with the senior culinary team to ensure smooth service and consistently high standards ### Requirements ### What We're Looking For Extensive experience in sushi preparation and Japanese culinary techniques, ideally within a luxury restaurant, high-end hotel or premium hospitality environment Previous experience as a Sushi Head Chef or Senior Sushi Sous Chef ready to take the next step Exceptional knowledge of sushi, sashimi, fish handling and ingredient quality Proven leadership skills, with the ability to train, motivate and develop a team Strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain standards in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment A genuine passion for Pan-Asian cuisine, craftsmanship and attention to detail A hands-on approach, strong work ethic and commitment to culinary excellence Food Hygiene Level 3 certification is preferred Ready to take the lead in your sushi career? Apply now and join the Shanghai Me team. ### Who are we? Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the regions leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands, the group develops elevated, home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region, whilst exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world. Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined, where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world, where we understand the essential elements needed to execute experience driven lifestyle concepts on an international scale. The collection of brands within the portfolio include globally acclaimed concepts Gaia, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti and Izu Burger, as well as international franchises, Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai, and Cipriani Dolci UAE. Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe, with ongoing expansion of the group’s concepts into the GCC, Europe, UK, and USA. Dubai will further see the launch of new home grown concepts as Fundamental Hospitality continues to cement itself as the leading innovator in the hospitality industry. Website: http://www.fundamentalhospitality.com --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/recruitee%3Abulldozergroup%3A2780542 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.