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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company as a Sous Chef, where individuality and personal development are celebrated. In this full-time role, you will lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous perks, including free meals and a chance to earn an annual bonus. This innovative firm values its staff, offering industry-leading family-friendly policies and opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to make a difference in a vibrant culinary environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and 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 supporting team development.
• Expertise in food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team while maintaining high food quality standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and team support.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Financial Awareness (Gross Profit, Stock Control)

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Sous Chef - Dynamic brand with a focus on individuality and personal development (Hiring Immediately), Gloucester

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Gloucester, 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 seeking 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 will be a leader dedicated to creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be a food quality expert, passionate about standards, and capable of inspiring and engaging your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports team development through training and coaching to uphold high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, including shift planning and team support
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading 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 new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for team members; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, a work permit may be required. For more information, check our Blog.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom