Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a diverse kitchen crew while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. As a Sous Chef, you will play a vital role in creating a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff, with responsibilities ranging from managing shifts to coaching team members. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits including free meals and recognition programs. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with leadership skills.
• Experience in managing shifts and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Support food safety and health standards while managing costs.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Food Safety

Stock Control

Coaching

Job description

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Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

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 seeking a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to 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 should be an expert in food quality and standards, able to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve high standards
• Has experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle 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 the team; actual tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary.