Sous Chef - Japanese Restaurant

About the role

Luura, a luxury lifestyle brand, is hiring a Sous Chef for Mimi Kakushi, a Japanese-inspired restaurant in Paros. The role is the creative and operational backbone of the kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in delivering a high-quality dining experience in a fast-paced, design-led setting.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with menu development, recipe creation, daily specials and dish refinement.
• Lead and supervise all kitchen stations and take full responsibility for kitchen operations when the Head Chef is absent.
• Train, coach and mentor chefs at all levels.
• Ensure food preparation and presentation meet quality standards, and enforce FIFO, labeling and storage standards.
• Oversee stock, ingredients and ordering, manage waste reduction and support cost-control targets.
• Maintain clean, organised stations and ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
• Monitor equipment, report maintenance needs and collaborate with Restaurant Management and F&B leadership on staffing and scheduling.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or a related field, or a technical degree in the culinary specialty.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a high-volume, high-quality restaurant (3-5 years).
• Experience with Japanese or Asian-inspired cuisine highly preferred; pre-opening experience a plus.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and peak periods, and to work in an EU country.
• Advanced English; experience in luxury or design-led restaurants is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong leadership, training and communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen operations.
• Stock control, ordering, waste management and cost awareness.

What we offer

• Team rates at LUURA, Ennismore and Accor properties worldwide.
• Discounts at restaurants, bars and cafes.
• Access to art, cultural events and live music nights.
• Recognition such as surprise gifts and team celebrations.
• Beautiful team spaces and comfortable accommodation where applicable.