Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Sous Chef to join its vibrant team in Reading. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and team development, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety. You'll lead a passionate team, manage kitchen operations, and contribute to the financial success of the kitchen. With flexible hours and a range of benefits, including a generous bonus opportunity and family-friendly policies, this position offers a unique chance to thrive in a supportive environment. If you're enthusiastic about celebrating team successes, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Passionate about team support and development.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.

Skills

Team Support

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef | Full Time

Wagamama, a vibrant and diverse restaurant chain with over 165 locations across the UK and Ireland, is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our team in Reading, United Kingdom. We celebrate individuality and prioritize personality over perfection, embodying our motto: be you, be wagamama.

Role Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.
• Maintain food safety, health, and safety standards.
• Understand and contribute to the financial performance of the kitchen.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about team support and development.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit and labour costs.
• Enthusiastic about celebrating team successes and individual needs.

Benefits

• Weekly pay plus tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant).
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side projects.
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting individuals.
• Uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'.

Additional Perks

Other benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Equal Opportunity

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.