Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive culinary team as a Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while celebrating individual contributions. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and exciting perks like a £1000 annual bonus and free meals during shifts. Be part of a company that values diversity and supports your professional growth with industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Up to 30% earnings access

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food during shifts

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing kitchen teams.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and ensure food safety.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Financial Awareness

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

London, 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 diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

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

We'd love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Are knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and understand 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 activities
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading 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 new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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