MA/NA is inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Ma/Na — the unseen energy within nature, ingredients, and the hands that honour them.

Blending refined Japanese dining with an exceptional cocktail, wine, and sake offering, MA/NA is a restaurant and bar where every detail is intentional — from food and drink to design, sound, light, and service.

As Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in delivering a kitchen experience defined by precision, balance, and craft.

You will help lead the team through preparation and service, ensuring dishes are executed with consistency, care, and attention to detail. This is an exciting opportunity for a focused and ambitious chef with a passion for Japanese cuisine to grow within one of London’s most exciting new openings.

• Support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Help lead, motivate, and train the kitchen team during preparation and service
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to MA/NA’s standards
• Maintain excellent mise en place, hygiene, and food safety practices
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Contribute to menu development, tastings, and seasonal changes
• Lead by example with calm, discipline, and attention to detail
• Support a positive, collaborative, and high-performing kitchen culture

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end or fine dining kitchen
• Good understanding of Japanese cuisine, ingredients, and techniques
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency
• Calm, organised, and supportive approach to leadership
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for seasonality, sustainability, and craftsmanship
• Ambition to grow and help shape a flagship London opening

• Competitive salary and service charge package
• Opportunity to join a flagship opening within the Thesleff Group
• Training, development, and career progression
• Collaboration with talented chefs, sommeliers, and beverage professionals
• Staff meals, wellness initiatives, and a supportive creative environment

If you are guided by precision, curiosity, and respect for craft — and want to grow within a kitchen where emotion meets balance — we’d love to hear from you.

MA/NA is inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Ma/Na — the unseen energy within nature, ingredients, and the hands that honour them.

Blending refined Japanese dining with an exceptional cocktail, wine, and sake offering, MA/NA is a restaurant and bar where every detail is intentional — from food and drink to design, sound, light, and service.

As Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in delivering a kitchen experience defined by precision, balance, and craft.

You will help lead the team through preparation and service, ensuring dishes are executed with consistency, care, and attention to detail. This is an exciting opportunity for a focused and ambitious chef with a passion for Japanese cuisine to grow within one of London’s most exciting new openings.

• Support the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in daily kitchen operations
• Help lead, motivate, and train the kitchen team during preparation and service
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to MA/NA’s standards
• Maintain excellent mise en place, hygiene, and food safety practices
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen organisation
• Contribute to menu development, tastings, and seasonal changes
• Lead by example with calm, discipline, and attention to detail
• Support a positive, collaborative, and high-performing kitchen culture

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie in a high-end or fine dining kitchen
• Good understanding of Japanese cuisine, ingredients, and techniques
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency
• Calm, organised, and supportive approach to leadership
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for seasonality, sustainability, and craftsmanship
• Ambition to grow and help shape a flagship London opening

• Competitive salary and service charge package
• Opportunity to join a flagship opening within the Thesleff Group
• Training, development, and career progression
• Collaboration with talented chefs, sommeliers, and beverage professionals
• Staff meals, wellness initiatives, and a supportive creative environment

If you are guided by precision, curiosity, and respect for craft — and want to grow within a kitchen where emotion meets balance — we’d love to hear from you.