YO! Sushi

We are proud to announce our partnership with Stonewall Housing - the leading UK charity supporting LGBTQ+ people who are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment. We truly value the work that Stonewall Housing do and believe this long term partnership can really make a difference. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e4xZrStq

A huge thanks to Harry Bliss from Champion Health who joined our UK teams for an insightful LIVE Webinar last week, which covered a breadth of topics as part of Men's Health week. Throughout the call we tackled a range of Men’s Health topics and also touched upon best practice, preventative measures including where to signpost and access support. One focus was Male Suicide which is the biggest killer of men under the age of 35 and all people under the age of 50 in the UK. If you have any worries about friends, family or colleagues then please read and share these resources and signposts we talked about below: Champion Health and the CLASS Approach https://lnkd.in/eEXUYRS5 Ronan Kemp Documentary https://lnkd.in/d3FQQ7m Ben Stokes Documentary https://lnkd.in/eUUFT_8b The Burnt Chef Project The Burnt Chef Project https://lnkd.in/eGh34w7g NHS Talking Therapies https://lnkd.in/geUmpQY6 A big thanks to Harry for taking the time out to join us for this session and to our team. We are very proud of the support we offer all our teams through our range of EAP services, Mental Health First Aiders and our partnership with Wellhub to promote the health of all our team here.

Last week we launched our incredibly exciting and new volunteering policy and program in partnership with our partners at Neighbourly. This partnership and program will give every single member of our team the opportunity to take a day off work each year to participate in a local community project which they choose themselves via the neighbouring platform. We are hoping to see our teams perform over 600 hours of volunteering collectively this year as we aim to be better neighbours and give our teams the opportunity to give back to their local communities.

Last week we were delighted to open our new YO! Restaurant in Bluewater and YO! To Go location in Rushden Lakes (Northampton). A huge thanks and congratulations to all the team involved in making these new openings happen and ready in time for the Easter weekend. We have been open in Bluewater since 2006 with our iconic kaiten dining experience and our new location within the shopping centre is next level YO! At Rushden Lakes we’re dishing up all your YO! favourites; from hand-crafted sushi to the best of Japanese street food, perfect to refuel during a busy days shopping. Good luck to both our teams!

As part of Neurodiversity Celebration Week last week we held a LIVE Webinar which was hosted by the fabulous Gamiel Yafai from Diversity Marketplace and featured a panel of Neurodiverse members of our Teams from across all our UK Operations. Our Panel talked openly about Neurodiversity to give all our teams a greater perspective and insight into Neurodiversity. Our teams heard about many types of Neurodiversity from our panel and the superpowers our Neurodiverse team bring to YO! We are extremely supportive of all our team here at YO!, wanting our people to thrive and flourish with their careers here with us. This webinar (supported by some very insightful videos from our team across our internal comms channels throughout the week) has really helped us all understand more about how we can support our Neurodiverse team so they realise their ambitions. It’s so great to connect our teams and give them fresh perspectives and appreciation for each other. A big thanks to Gamiel, our talented panel and all the team who attended and interacted. 

Are you ready to join our thriving franchise network? YO! is part of the Snowfox Group, who believe in eating well without compromise. With a vision to be the #1 Japanese food business for revenue, brand recognition, stakeholder value, and sustainability. We're committed to spearheading the growth of our exciting category. We’re offering you the chance to realise this vision ensuring sustainable growth for your business through a proven franchise model which has helped many business owners already achieve their dreams. With over half our YO! sushi kiosks already franchised, we are thrilled to extend this opportunity. Operational kiosks have surpassed expectations in terms of customer numbers and revenue, and now we're seeking investors like you to share in this success. Seize this exceptional opportunity today and become part of our thriving franchise network. Let's work together to ensure your long-term success and bring healthy, accessible, Japanese food to more people around the UK. Are you ready to make your mark with us? Contact us at franchising@snowfoxgroup.com to learn more about becoming a YO! franchisee. We look forward to meeting you also at The International Franchise Show on the 12th & 13th April at ExCeL. We are stand 617.

Yesterday we celebrated International Women’s Day here at YO! with a webinar hosted by the inspirational Jodi Goldman 👊🏻💋. Together we explored topics such as resilience, happiness and redefining success. This was such a great session for our team, coaching them to achieve more joy, confidence and success. Many thanks Jodi and we look forward to continuing our partnership across 2024. Jodi further runs our ‘Face Forward’ program which facilitates female empowerment and leadership. We have had 10 fantastic women complete the course so far with Jodi and we are looking to run more courses throughout this year. We are proud that 51% of our YO! Restaurant Managers and 54% of our Retail Kiosk Managers are female. Today on IWD we would like to thank all the incredible, influential, talented and inspirational women in our YO! family.

At YO! Sushi, we don't just serve up fresh, vibrant sushi - we also care deeply about the well-being of our team members. That's why we're thrilled to announce our partnership with Gympass, the leading corporate wellness platform!   This exciting collaboration isn't just about offering delicious perks, it's about empowering our employees to thrive – physically, mentally, and emotionally. Through Gympass, our team will gain access to a diverse range of well-being solutions, including: Fitness classes and gym memberships: From high-energy Zumba to mindful yoga, there's something for everyone to keep their bodies moving and spirits high. Wellness activities and workshops: From stress management to healthy cooking classes, these resources will equip our team with valuable tools to enhance their overall well-being. Mental health support: Gympass offers access to 1-1 therapy and counselling services, ensuring our team has the support they need to navigate life's challenges.   Investing in our people, not just our product. This commitment sets us apart as a leading employer and positions us as the BEST place to work for talented individuals seeking a career brimming with growth and support.

Get your teeth into something truly tasty with your own Snowfox UK franchise – an extraordinary opportunity to be a part of one of the world’s largest and most popular sushi brands by taking on an established business already attracting thousands of customers every month. Our 500+ YO! and Panku sushi kiosks, which have been successfully trading in Tesco and Asda, are now available under franchise licence for anyone who is looking for the next big thing in their careers This is pre-packaged, ready-to-serve business opportunity which can offer you: A tried and tested concept with proven revenue A huge pool of already loyal & happy customers Guaranteed business from day one Excellent growth potential No outfitting costs, no equipment fees, no expensive leases Low start-up fees with fantastic earning potential Exceptional training & support from the best in the industry To find out more reach out to our UK Franchising Director Nicholas Brown or email our team via franchising@snowfoxgroup.com