sous chef - Dynamic brand with a focus on individuality and personal development (Hiring Immedi[...]

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and dynamic brand as a Sous Chef, where individuality and personal development are celebrated. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality while managing financial aspects effectively. With flexible hours and a range of exciting benefits, including a generous bonus opportunity and recognition programs, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a vibrant culinary environment. Be part of a company that values your contributions and supports your growth in the culinary arts.

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 policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen lines and planning shifts.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team ensuring high food quality standards.
• Support financial performance including stock control and labor costs.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Financial Management

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sous chef - Dynamic brand with a focus on individuality and personal development (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and individuality. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a sous chef, you will lead with passion, ensuring high standards of food quality and standards. You will inspire and engage your team, demonstrating expertise in food and safety standards, and supporting the kitchen's financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve their best
• Has experience managing kitchen lines, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Understands food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects of running a kitchen
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• 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
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages or guaranteed.