Head Chef – SACHI London
We’re looking for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at SACHI, a contemporary Japanese dining destination located within Pantechnicon in the heart of Belgravia. Part of Sunset Hospitality Group, SACHI celebrates refined Japanese cuisine with a modern approach, combining premium ingredients, precision technique and striking presentation in a dynamic, design-led setting.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a Chef who understands the discipline and detail of Japanese cuisine, thrives in a high-performance environment, and has the creative and operational strength to lead a strong brigade.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade, building a culture of teamwork, accountability and consistently high standards
- Take full ownership of the kitchen operation, from prep through to service, ensuring precision, pace and attention to detail
- Lead menu development and seasonal updates in collaboration with the Executive Team, including dish creation, recipe testing and presentation standards
- Manage food and labour costs in line with budget, overseeing gross profit margins, forecasting, rota planning and all kitchen-related expenses
- Oversee stock control, procurement and supplier relationships to ensure consistency and quality of premium ingredients
- Uphold food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards, ensuring full compliance with company policies and legal requirements
- Recruit, train and develop the kitchen team, supporting progression and maintaining a high-performing brigade
- Conduct performance reviews and work closely with the People Team on recruitment, performance management and succession planning
- Partner closely with the FOH team to ensure seamless service and an exceptional guest experience
About You
- Proven experience as a Head Chef in a quality, high-volume premium restaurant environment
- Strong understanding of Japanese cuisine, ingredients and technique
- Confident leader with the ability to motivate, coach and develop a dynamic team
- Excellent commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, margins and labour planning
- Highly organised, calm under pressure and detail-driven
- Up-to-date knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergens legislation
- A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering consistent, high-quality food
Why Join Us?
- Up to 50% employee discount across locations worldwide
- Birthday off on us
- Meals on duty
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Wagestream – access your earnings as you earn them
- Generous referral bonus
- Opportunities for international relocation
- Employee events
- Career growth – your development is a priority, with clear progression opportunities across the group
This is an exciting opportunity for a Head Chef who takes pride in their craft, thrives in a fast-paced luxury environment and wants to be part of a global lifestyle hospitality brand.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Sunset Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be considered regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or disability status.