Lead Kitchen Sous Chef — Bold Flavors, Growth & Perks

wagamama; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to £1,000 annual bonus

Biweekly pay

Staff meals on shift

50% off for friends and family

Wagestream access

26 weeks full pay 13 weeks half pay (m

Job summary

wagamama is seeking a Sous Chef to lead shifts and support the kitchen team, ensuring every dish is fresh, bold and made to order. You’ll drive standards, coach staff and uphold health and safety practices while delivering strong kitchen performance.

This full-time role offers a culture of growth, strong team collaboration, and competitive benefits to help you thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team.
• Experience managing line and scheduling shifts.
• Understanding gross profit, stock control and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen with pride, ensuring every dish is fresh, bold and full of flavour.
• Support your team to feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do.
• Nurture your team to grow, not just hit targets.
• Think Kaizen: spot small improvements and implement them.

Skills

Line management

Staff training

Food safety

Budget awareness

Job description

wagamama is seeking a Sous Chef to lead shifts and support the kitchen team, ensuring every dish is fresh, bold and made to order. You’ll drive standards, coach staff and uphold health and safety practices while delivering strong kitchen performance.

This full-time role offers a culture of growth, strong team collaboration, and competitive benefits to help you thrive in a fast-paced environment.