Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Stockport. This exciting role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, and nurturing team development. With a focus on creating a positive work environment, you will inspire your team while managing essential kitchen functions. Enjoy flexible hours, a competitive salary, and numerous perks, including a generous annual bonus and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates diversity, making a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay and Tips Sharing

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free On-Shift Food

50% Off Food Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Fresh Uniforms

New Menu Experiences

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and supporting team development.
• Strong understanding of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations while maintaining high food quality and safety standards.
• Inspire and engage team members through effective leadership.

Skills

Culinary Knowledge

Kitchen Operations Management

Team Coaching

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

Deputy Head Chef (Hiring Immediately), Stockport

Client: wagamama

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and embrace diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a sous chef to join our team and continue our journey of nourishing both body and soul.

The role:

• Lead with passion to create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety, demonstrating exceptional culinary knowledge.
• Inspire and engage your team through leadership and coaching.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team.
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, including shift planning and team coaching.
• Supports food safety, health, safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizes individual drivers and needs.

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side projects.
• Free on-shift food from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh uniforms provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• Nationwide recognition through our 'Wok Star' program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.