sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their Nottingham team. The ideal candidate will excel in food quality, team development, and kitchen management. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, biweekly pay, and an annual bonus. Join a diverse and supportive environment at Wagamama, where individuality is celebrated.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

National recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.
• Understanding of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Ensure high food quality and safety standards.
• Plan shifts and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Food Quality

Team Development

Kitchen Operations

Food Safety

Financial Management

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wagamama

Location:

nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 excellent food knowledge, using this to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve high standards
• has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• celebrates team success and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside work
• 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 with VIP guests
• National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

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

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.