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

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing brand as a Sous Chef, where individuality and personal development are celebrated. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a positive environment. With a focus on training and development, you will inspire your team to excel. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting perks including free meals, an annual bonus, and recognition programs. If you're ready to make a difference in a vibrant culinary setting, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team training and development.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team to maintain food quality and safety standards.
• Plan shifts and manage line operations efficiently.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Training

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

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full-time

Celebrating individuality and diversity, Wagamama is a growing brand with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Sous Chef, you'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and uphold high standards
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coaching on the go
• Support your kitchen’s food, health, safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure 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.