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

JR United Kingdom; York; 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 York. This role emphasizes individuality and personal development, allowing you to lead a vibrant kitchen environment. You will inspire your team while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a generous annual bonus, along with a host of perks including free meals on shift and discounts for friends and family. If you thrive in a supportive atmosphere and are eager to celebrate success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus share of tips

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties throughout the year

Pension schemes and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with excellent food knowledge.
• Passionate about training and development of kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team while maintaining high food quality standards.
• Plan shifts and manage kitchen operations effectively.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

York

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, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We believe in appreciating 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 our guests and team. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and maintaining high standards
• are experienced in managing the line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coaching on the go
• have experience supporting your kitchen’s food, health, safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• love celebrating success with your team, recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus share of 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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be 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, holidays, 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 and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.