Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain, where you will lead kitchen operations and inspire your team. This role offers the chance to create memorable dining experiences while ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. Enjoy flexible hours, a competitive salary, and a generous bonus structure, along with a range of benefits including free meals and discounts. If you are passionate about food and team development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition as a 'wok star'

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Manage kitchen operations, including planning shifts and coaching staff.

Skills

Food Quality Management

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Training and Development

Shift Planning

Stock Control

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

Job Details

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 seeking a sous chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a sous chef, you'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

About You

• You are passionate about supporting your team through training and development.
• You have experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members.
• You understand food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• You enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs.

What We Offer

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting persons
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Nationwide recognition as a 'wok star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. They are not considered wages or guaranteed.