Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated group while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. You will play a key role in creating a positive environment for both guests and team members, with flexible hours and a supportive culture that celebrates individuality. Enjoy a range of perks, including weekly pay, a generous bonus opportunity, and unique experiences with new menus. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of 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

First to experience new menus

Nationwide recognition

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and supporting team development.
• Expertise in food quality, safety standards, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to maintain high food quality and safety standards.
• Plan shifts and coach team members to enhance performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Compliance

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

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Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join our journey to 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 should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go
• Support your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loved celebrating success and recognizing individual drives

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of 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
• First to experience new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star

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 our teams, vary by restaurant, left at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.