sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. You will play a crucial role in fostering a positive environment for both guests and team members. With flexible hours and a range of benefits, including a generous annual bonus and access to earnings before payday, this position is perfect for culinary professionals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting. Join a company that celebrates individuality and diversity while enjoying perks like free meals and industry-leading family policies.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Exclusive menu tastings

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team development and training.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while ensuring food quality.
• Manage kitchen line and coach team members effectively.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Safety Standards

Financial Management

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08.05.2025

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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 be part of our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

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

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel.
• Have experience managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and working with the team to coach 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 successes and recognizing individual drives and needs.

Wagamama Offers:

• Biweekly pay plus a 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 and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognized nationwide as a wok star through our recognition program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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 left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.