sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen environment while nurturing talent and ensuring high standards. With a commitment to individuality and diversity, you will inspire your team, manage kitchen operations, and celebrate successes together. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including generous bonuses and discounts. If you're ready to make a difference in a thriving culinary setting, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible working hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to maintain high food quality and standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Stock Control

Coaching

Job description

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wagamama

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derby, United Kingdom

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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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Sous Chef to join us in 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 our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team, maintaining high standards.
• Has experience managing the kitchen line, 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 needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 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 Disability Confident.

*All tips go directly to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.