Restaurant Kitchen Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; 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 team in Wakefield. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met while fostering a positive environment. With benefits like flexible hours, an annual bonus, and generous discounts, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic culinary setting. Join a company that values individuality and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on both guests and colleagues.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.
• Understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to maintain high food quality standards.
• Plan shifts and manage kitchen operations effectively.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

wakefield, 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 diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a sous chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to 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 will be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve high standards
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Support food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs

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

Be you, be wagamama

We are proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed to team members; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are guest discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.