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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate sous chef to join their dynamic team in Dartford. This role focuses on individuality and personal development, allowing you to lead a kitchen while ensuring food quality and safety standards are upheld. As a sous chef, you will inspire your team, manage kitchen operations, and contribute to a vibrant dining experience. Enjoy perks like weekly pay, tips sharing, and a generous annual bonus opportunity. If you're ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with excellent food knowledge.
• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team.

Responsibilities

• Support team through training and development while maintaining high standards.
• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Food Safety

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

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

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and support personal development. 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 our guests and team. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal candidates will:

• Support your team through training and development, maintaining high standards
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrate successes and recognize individual needs within your team

What we offer |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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 teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.