Lead Kitchen Sous Chef - Fresh Flavours & Team Growth

wagamama ltd; Epsom; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Biweekly pay

Tips share

Friend & family discount

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access

Parental leave

Discounts across brands

Job summary

wagamama ltd is seeking a dedicated sous chef to help lead shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order with energy and pride. No microwaves, no shortcuts, just dishes made fresh with top ingredients.

You will work with the management team to run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen, coach staff, and monitor food safety, cost control, and labour. If you’re passionate about excellence, apply now.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-performing kitchen.
• Skilled in training and developing staff.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen with the management team.
• Lead the kitchen with pride to ensure fresh, bold, flavorful dishes.
• Support and recognise the kitchen team.
• Nurture team growth and development.
• Identify small improvements and implement them kaizen-style.

Skills

Team leadership

Shift planning

Staff development

Food safety

Cost control

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama ltd is seeking a dedicated sous chef to help lead shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order with energy and pride. No microwaves, no shortcuts, just dishes made fresh with top ingredients.

You will work with the management team to run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen, coach staff, and monitor food safety, cost control, and labour. If you’re passionate about excellence, apply now.