A Junior Sous Chef at Zuma you’ll be a key member of the kitchen team, acting as a support to the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and leading the kitchen team while maintaining the highest culinary experience.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection inspired by the informal yet sophisticated Izakaya dining style. Based in Mykonos, this role is part of our first lifestyle concept — a vibrant seasonal destination that blends Zuma’s signature dining experience with the island’s effortless sophistication and energy.

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

•  Assist the Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations maintaining Zuma’s standards 
  
• Oversee the proper preparation, storage, and handling of food, ensuring strict adherence to Health + Safety and Food Safety regulations
• Monitor kitchen costs and budgets, taking proactive steps to reduce expenditure and improve efficiency where necessary
• Minimize waste by supervising deliveries and food preparation, ensuring the best use of ingredients
• Train, mentor and motivate junior team members, fostering a cultureof collaboration and productivity while working closely with Front of House to ensure seamless service

What We Look For
Our ideal candidate embodies our values and brings: 

• Proven experience as a junior sous chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A strong leader who thrives in supporting and mentoring kitchen teams to achieve excellence 
• Well organised, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences
• Previous experience in Japanese cuisine desired but not essential 

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Accommodation is provided during the season & our team is always there to support with any accommodation queries
• Transport, we provide a daily shuttle service to and from your accommodation to work
• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate 
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily 
• Rewards + Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Dining discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. 

A Junior Sous Chef at Zuma you’ll be a key member of the kitchen team, acting as a support to the Sous Chef and Head Chef in managing kitchen operations and leading the kitchen team while maintaining the highest culinary experience.

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection inspired by the informal yet sophisticated Izakaya dining style. Based in Mykonos, this role is part of our first lifestyle concept — a vibrant seasonal destination that blends Zuma’s signature dining experience with the island’s effortless sophistication and energy.

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

•  Assist the Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations maintaining Zuma’s standards 
  
• Oversee the proper preparation, storage, and handling of food, ensuring strict adherence to Health + Safety and Food Safety regulations
• Monitor kitchen costs and budgets, taking proactive steps to reduce expenditure and improve efficiency where necessary
• Minimize waste by supervising deliveries and food preparation, ensuring the best use of ingredients
• Train, mentor and motivate junior team members, fostering a cultureof collaboration and productivity while working closely with Front of House to ensure seamless service

What We Look For
Our ideal candidate embodies our values and brings: 

• Proven experience as a junior sous chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A strong leader who thrives in supporting and mentoring kitchen teams to achieve excellence 
• Well organised, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences
• Previous experience in Japanese cuisine desired but not essential 

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Accommodation is provided during the season & our team is always there to support with any accommodation queries
• Transport, we provide a daily shuttle service to and from your accommodation to work
• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate 
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily 
• Rewards + Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Dining discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.