Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef in a leading restaurant chain. This exciting role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You'll enjoy a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized, alongside a range of benefits including flexible hours, access to earnings before payday, and a generous bonus opportunity. If you're looking to make a positive impact while enjoying delicious food and a fun workplace culture, this position is for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunities to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about developing your team and maintaining high standards.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to ensure food quality and standards.
• Manage kitchen operations and coach team members effectively.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Job Description: Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a sous chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a sous chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

What We’re Looking For

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s In It For You

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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

*100% of tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.