Lead Kitchen Sous Chef — Fresh Flavors, Team Growth

Wagamama; Manchester; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Annual bonus up to £1,000

Biweekly pay & tips share

60% off for friends and family

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access (wagestream)

Parental leave: 26 weeks full pay + 13

30% off at TRG brands

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training & development

Cycle to work

Discounts for gym & leisure

Descrizione del lavoro

Wagamama in Manchester is seeking a Sous Chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every dish is made to order with high standards. You will work with the management team to run a vibrant kitchen, coach and develop staff, and drive continuous improvement.

The role rewards a strong focus on team growth, health & safety, and financial performance of the kitchen. Join a business investing in growth, with benefits like a generous annual bonus, tips share, and staff discounts.

Competenze

• Experience in managing the line and planning shifts to ensure proper cover and coaching on the go.
• Experience with food safety standards and health & safety in a kitchen.
• Understanding financial performance of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control and labour costs.

Mansioni

• Work closely with the management team to run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen.
• Lead the kitchen with pride, ensuring every dish is fresh, bold, and full of flavour.
• Support and develop your team, making them feel seen and proud of their work.
• Foster a Kaizen mindset by spotting small improvements and making them happen.

Conoscenze

Team leadership

Shift planning

Food safety awareness

Cost awareness

Staff development

Descrizione del lavoro

Wagamama in Manchester is seeking a Sous Chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every dish is made to order with high standards. You will work with the management team to run a vibrant kitchen, coach and develop staff, and drive continuous improvement.

The role rewards a strong focus on team growth, health & safety, and financial performance of the kitchen. Join a business investing in growth, with benefits like a generous annual bonus, tips share, and staff discounts.