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

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

Job summary

An innovative brand is seeking a Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Preston. This role is perfect for someone passionate about food quality and team development. As a Sous Chef, you will create a positive environment while ensuring high culinary standards. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a generous bonus opportunity. Be part of a company that values individuality and celebrates team successes, while also offering comprehensive benefits like pension schemes and gym memberships. Join us in nourishing both body and soul!

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with exceptional food knowledge.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and training staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to uphold high standards.
• Manage line operations and plan shifts for coverage.

Skills

Food Quality Management

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full-time

Celebrating individuality and non-conformity, wagamama values personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a sous chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with exceptional food knowledge, using this 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
• are experienced in managing the line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and enjoy coaching on the go
• have experience supporting your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be among the first to experience our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are left at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.