Location : Central London - Leicester Square 

Pay rate: Up to £31,590 a year depending on Experience and skill level. 

Working hours: Full- time 45 hours a week, Shifts will be scheduled on a rota basis between 6am - 8:30pm. This role involves working early mornings and weekends.

Job purpose:   We are looking for Fish and Meat Assistants who will be preparing fish and meat products for our customers in traditional Japanese styles. 

Role and Responsibilities:

• Cut, slice and prepare meat and fish in traditional Japanese styles.
• Assemble the food and prepare the food packs ready for customers.
• Assist and support the team in packing and stocking fresh food products and general cleaning.
• Serving customers in friendly and professional manner, quickly and efficiently;
• Fulfil any other reasonable duties requested by line managers. Full training will be given on duty.
• Be tidy, clean and hygienic at all times, follow hygiene rules and regulations as per Company’s policies;
• Timely communication on outstanding tasks; 
• Having a positive attitude 
• Being a strong team player and friendly to your colleagues and management.
• We will provide training commensurate with the tasks you are asked to complete.
• This role requires you to stand for your whole shift (excluding breaks)
• Lifting, bending, carrying and stretching on a regular basis

Essential skills:

• Excellent knife skills.
• Have proven kitchen experience in the fast paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.
• Passion for working in the kitchen and delivering excellent food quality.
• Attention to detail. 
• Excellent communication with colleagues of all levels.
• Great customer service skills.
• An understanding of Food Safety standards.
• Ability to multitask with a "hands on" approach to work.

Desirable/ beneficial skills:

• Experience of cutting and preparing meat and fish in traditional Japanese styles - Sushi/ sashimi
• Experience within a Japanese restaurant/ production is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Japanese food and culture
• Understanding of spoken/written Japanese language.

A two hour trial shift will be required before employment is considered.