Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef in a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality while fostering a positive environment for both guests and team members. With flexible hours, generous bonuses, and a range of benefits, you will be part of a community that values individuality and teamwork. If you are passionate about food 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% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition events

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team ensuring high food quality and safety standards.
• Inspire team by recognizing individual needs and celebrating successes.

Skills

Team Management

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management (Gross Profit, Stock Control)

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Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 contribute to nourishing our community from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Sous Chef, you will lead with passion, ensuring high standards of food quality and creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. Your expertise in food and standards will inspire and engage your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team, maintaining high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching staff
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating 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 to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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