sous chef - Celebrating Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Sous Chef in York to create a positive environment while maintaining high food quality standards. The role involves leading a team, managing shifts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join us to celebrate diversity and make a difference in our kitchen!

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing the line and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Team Development

Food Safety

Financial Management

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef - Celebrating Diversity and Individuality (Hiring Immediately), York

Client: Wagamama

Location: York

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for 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 who cares 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 the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you?

• Biweekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.