sous chef - Celebrating Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Preston is seeking a passionate sous chef to join their team. The ideal candidate will lead kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and team engagement. Wagamama celebrates diversity and offers various perks, including flexible hours, bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Lead and inspire the team while ensuring food quality.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Team Development

Job description

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sous chef - Celebrating Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. 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 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.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

Wagamama offers:

• Biweekly 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 and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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