• Accommodation: Provided during your time with us for a seamless living experience

As a Sous Chef at Zuma, every dish reflects our commitment to excellence, and you’ll play a key leadership role in maintaining this legacy. With your expertise, creativity, and dedication, you’ll help oversee the kitchen’s smooth operation, inspiring your team to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences. Join our team for the summer season 2025, please note this position is a seasonal contract (CDD).

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. This role will be based in Zuma Saint-Tropez, set to open in 2025. Our luxurious venue will embody the dynamic energy and sophistication that this iconic destination is known for. Featuring elegant outdoor dining, Zuma Saint-Tropez will be the ultimate dinning destination in the region.

Life at Zuma

Joining Zuma means becoming part of an inclusive global community that lives by three core values:
Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection– putting pride into everything we do
Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness
Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Demonstrate versatility and expertise across all kitchen sections, ensuring efficient use of team members and smooth transitions between areas
• Ensure every section is fully prepared for each meal period, maintaining Zuma’s signature flair, creativity, and commitment to quality
• Monitor the quality of dishes during preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate
• Uphold health and safety regulations, ensuring proper food storage, handling, and cleanliness across the kitchen
• Oversee food ordering, receiving, and inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels, reduce waste, and manage costs
• Train, mentor, and motivate junior team members, fostering a culture of 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:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience as a sous chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A strong leader who thrives in supporting and mentoring kitchen teams to achieve excellence
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.  

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Accommodation: Provided during your time with us for a seamless living experience
• 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
• Staff 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. 

Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage. 

• Accommodation: Provided during your time with us for a seamless living experience

As a Sous Chef at Zuma, every dish reflects our commitment to excellence, and you’ll play a key leadership role in maintaining this legacy. With your expertise, creativity, and dedication, you’ll help oversee the kitchen’s smooth operation, inspiring your team to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences. Join our team for the summer season 2025, please note this position is a seasonal contract (CDD).

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. This role will be based in Zuma Saint-Tropez, set to open in 2025. Our luxurious venue will embody the dynamic energy and sophistication that this iconic destination is known for. Featuring elegant outdoor dining, Zuma Saint-Tropez will be the ultimate dinning destination in the region.

Life at Zuma

Joining Zuma means becoming part of an inclusive global community that lives by three core values:
Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection– putting pride into everything we do
Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness
Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Demonstrate versatility and expertise across all kitchen sections, ensuring efficient use of team members and smooth transitions between areas
• Ensure every section is fully prepared for each meal period, maintaining Zuma’s signature flair, creativity, and commitment to quality
• Monitor the quality of dishes during preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate
• Uphold health and safety regulations, ensuring proper food storage, handling, and cleanliness across the kitchen
• Oversee food ordering, receiving, and inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels, reduce waste, and manage costs
• Train, mentor, and motivate junior team members, fostering a culture of 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:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience as a sous chef in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A strong leader who thrives in supporting and mentoring kitchen teams to achieve excellence
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.  

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Accommodation: Provided during your time with us for a seamless living experience
• 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
• Staff 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. 

Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.