sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dining experience as a Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will shine. You will create a positive environment, manage kitchen operations, and ensure high food quality standards. With flexible hours and a range of perks, including a generous annual bonus and industry-leading family-friendly policies, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow in a vibrant culinary setting. Be part of a team that celebrates individuality and diversity, and help nourish from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition events

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards, leading and inspiring the team.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Support and train team members to achieve high standards.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Job description

sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 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 should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports and trains team members to achieve their best and maintain high standards.
• Manages kitchen operations, plans shifts, and coaches team members on the go.
• Supports food safety, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs.

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for team members, vary by restaurant, and are at guest discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, a work permit may be required. For more info, check our Blog.

Please do not include bank or payment details in your application. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button.

Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom