Lead Sous Chef — Bold Flavors, Team Growth, Bonuses & Tips

wagamama; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to £1,000

Biweekly pay

Share of tips

50% off for friends and family

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access (wagestream)

Parental leave: 26 weeks full pay & 13

weeks half pay

Brand discounts across TRG brands

Job summary

wagamama is hiring a sous chef to lead shifts and support the kitchen team in delivering fresh, made-to-order dishes with bold flavours. The role focuses on team development, food safety, and cost awareness to maintain high standards across the kitchen.

You will work closely with management to run a vibrant kitchen, coach staff, and continuously improve operations with a Kaizen mindset. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

• Leadership of kitchen teams and shifts.
• Ensuring high standards of food safety and quality.
• Understanding gross profit, stock control and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen in partnership with the management team.
• Lead the kitchen to keep dishes fresh, bold and full of flavour.
• Support and empower your team, making them feel seen and proud.
• Nurture your team to grow, not just hit targets.
• Apply Kaizen mindset, spotting improvements and delivering changes.

Skills

Team leadership

Line management

Training & development

Food safety standards

Budget awareness

Job description

wagamama is hiring a sous chef to lead shifts and support the kitchen team in delivering fresh, made-to-order dishes with bold flavours. The role focuses on team development, food safety, and cost awareness to maintain high standards across the kitchen.

You will work closely with management to run a vibrant kitchen, coach staff, and continuously improve operations with a Kaizen mindset. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and career growth.