Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while creating a positive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of perks including a generous bonus scheme and discounts on meals. Be part of a company that values individuality and celebrates team successes. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and leadership, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team while maintaining food quality.
• Manage shifts and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Line Management

Financial Awareness

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

colchester, 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 are looking for a sous chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and 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.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Supports and develops team members, maintaining high standards
• Manages the kitchen line, plans shifts, and coaches team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is a proud Disability Confident employer.

*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not guaranteed wages.