sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; 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. This role offers the chance to lead a kitchen, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while nurturing team development. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a yearly bonus opportunity, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a vibrant culinary environment. Enjoy free meals on shift, generous discounts, and a supportive workplace culture that celebrates individuality. If you're ready to make a difference in the kitchen and inspire others, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with a passion for team development.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations

Stock Control

Coaching

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08.05.2025

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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 help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who cares about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, and use 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
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizes individual drives and 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 your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of 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
• Recognition through our nationwide programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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.