Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will shine. This role at a well-known restaurant chain offers a unique opportunity to create a positive dining experience while mentoring your team. With flexible hours, a supportive environment, and exciting perks like free meals and a generous bonus structure, you'll thrive in a culture that values individuality and teamwork. Enjoy a fulfilling career in the culinary world where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and team training.
• Strong understanding of food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Plan shifts and manage the line to ensure proper coverage.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Stockport, 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 team and contribute to nourishing 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, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and maintaining high standards
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coaching the team
• Support your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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