Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Bournemouth. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and teamwork, where you'll lead with passion and expertise in food quality. You'll manage kitchen operations, inspire your team, and create a positive dining experience for guests. With a commitment to staff development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting perks, including a generous annual bonus and discounts. Join a company that values diversity and is proud to support its employees.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food during shifts

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Training programs

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team with passion and ensure food quality.
• Inspire and engage team members through knowledge and leadership.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations Management

Coaching Staff

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bournemouth, United Kingdom

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a sous chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role |

As a sous chef, you'll lead with passion, focusing on creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, inspiring and engaging your team through your knowledge and leadership.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve their best
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching staff
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay plus tips (100% of tips go to the team)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free food during shifts and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities to try new menus and participate in exclusive wagamama events
• Recognition programs such as the nationwide 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.