Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Reading. This role emphasizes leadership, food quality, and creating a positive environment for both guests and staff. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a generous annual bonus opportunity, this position offers a fantastic chance to grow within a supportive and diverse workplace. Enjoy perks like free meals on shift, discounts, and a family-friendly policy that truly values your contributions. If you are ready to make a difference in a vibrant kitchen, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Stock Control

Coaching

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Are knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.