Jobs at Sushi Garden Restaurants
Calm service. Clean flavours. Good people.
If you like genuine hospitality, tidy stations, and food that’s made to be shared, you’ll feel at home at Sushi Garden Restaurants. We blend Japanese precision with a relaxed, neighbourhood vibe — and we’re hiring people who care about both.
Location: 103 Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HT, London, UK
Apply: info@sushigardenrestaurants.com · 020 8291 5744
Website: https://www.sushigardenrestaurants.com/
Why work with us
Unhurried service culture — we give guests (and teams) room to breathe.
Training-first — structured onboarding, menu tastings, and knife/food safety coaching.
Fair, transparent rotas — advance scheduling and sensible section sizes.
Food you’re proud to serve — clean sushi, charcoal-kissed yakitori, bright sides.
Growth paths — clear progression from trainee to senior roles.
Core benefits (subject to role & eligibility):
Staff meals on shift & menu discounts
Tips/service charge distribution (restaurant roles)
Holiday pay & pension (auto-enrolment)
Accredited food safety training (Level 2/3)
Knife skills / sushi craft coaching (kitchen track)
Refer-a-friend bonus (where active)
Open role families
Front of House (FOH)
Servers / Waiters · Hosts · Runners · Bartenders
Warm, clear communication; confident menu guidance
Calm under pressure; tidy sections; teamwork first
Responsible alcohol service (18+)
Nice to have: POS experience, basic sake knowledge
Kitchen
Sushi Chef (all levels) · Yakitori/Grill Chef · Hot Kitchen / Prep
Knife skills, fish handling, mise en place discipline
Food safety & allergen awareness; clean-as-you-go
Consistent plating; time management
Trainee route available for motivated beginners
Management & Support
Supervisors · Assistant Managers · Restaurant Managers
Lead by example; coach teams; uphold standards
Labour/COGS awareness; guest recovery; rota planning
H&S, compliance, and training documentation
Takeaway & Events
Pack & Dispatch · Catering/Event Crew
Accurate packing, labelling, and timing
Friendly handovers with riders/clients
Clean station, temperature logs, allergen discipline
We welcome part-time, full-time, and flexible availability. Tell us your constraints when you apply.
What we look for
Kind, reliable teammates who show up on time and help others
Attention to detail (labels, temps, allergens, tidy stations)
Curiosity — tasting, learning, asking good questions
Communication — clear, calm, and guest-centred
Work-right — proof of right-to-work in the UK; 18+ for alcohol-serving roles
How to apply (simple)
Email: info@sushigardenrestaurants.com
Subject: Job Application — [Role] — [Your Name]
Attach: CV (PDF), brief note on availability, and 3–4 lines on why you’d like to join.
If you prefer, call 020 8291 5744 (off-peak hours) for a quick pre-screen.
Shortlisted candidates are invited for an in-person chat and (for restaurant roles) a paid trial shift.
Interview flow (typical):
Application → Phone/Walk-in chat → In-person interview → Trial shift → Offer & onboarding
Growth paths (examples)
FOH Track: Runner → Server → Senior Server → Supervisor → Assistant Manager → Restaurant Manager
Kitchen Track: Prep → Trainee Sushi Chef → Sushi Chef → Senior Sushi Chef → Section Lead → Sous/Chef de Cuisine
Cross-training between FOH/Bar/Events or Hot Kitchen/Sushi/Grill available where it serves your development and the rota.
Training & standards
Food safety & allergens: UK Food Safety L2 (L3 for leads), allergen matrix, temperature logs
Guest experience: menu knowledge, pace, recovery, and calm service etiquette
Craft: sushi rice, knife care, filleting basics, robata/grill foundations (by role)
Safety: H&S, incident reporting, manual handling
Equal opportunities
Sushi Garden is an equal opportunity employer. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Hiring and progression decisions are based on role-related criteria. If you need reasonable adjustments during hiring or at work, tell us — we’ll accommodate where we can.
Right to work & checks
You’ll need valid right-to-work in the UK and, for certain roles, proof of age 18+ (alcohol service). References may be requested. We follow safer recruitment and data protection practices — see our Privacy Policy for how we handle applicant data.
FAQs
Do I need sushi experience?
Not always. We hire for attitude and reliability. Trainee routes exist for the right people.
Can I choose my shifts?
We publish rotas in advance and try to accommodate availability. Weekends/evenings are core in hospitality.
Are trial shifts paid?
No — The trial shifts for eligible roles are not in line with policy.
Uniform?
Yes — simple, comfortable, and practical. We’ll brief you at onboarding.
Do you sponsor visas?
At present we prioritise candidates with existing right-to-work in the UK. If your situation differs, note it in your email.
Ready to apply?
Send your CV to info@sushigardenrestaurants.com with your preferred role and availability, or call 020 8291 5744. You’re also welcome to drop in (off-peak) with a printed CV:
Sushi Garden Restaurants
103 Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HT, London, UK
Come as you are. Bring your good habits. We’ll teach you the rest.
