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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Milton Keynes. This exciting role emphasizes individuality and personal development, allowing you to lead a kitchen that celebrates creativity and culinary excellence. With a focus on high food quality and safety standards, you'll inspire your team while enjoying flexible hours and a supportive work environment. The company offers a range of benefits, including a bonus opportunity, free meals during shifts, and family-friendly policies. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing the kitchen line and planning shifts.
• Passionate about training and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.
• Inspire and engage the kitchen team.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Shift Planning

Coaching

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Milton Keynes

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

Celebrating individuality and difference, wagamama has over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland. We value personality over perfection, embracing the 'be you, be wagamama' ethos. We are seeking a sous chef to join 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 safety, inspiring and engaging your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team through training and development
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching
• Understand food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

Benefits |

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like '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 at guest discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not wages and are not guaranteed.