sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain. In this full-time role, you will lead kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and safety while fostering a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills and celebrate team successes. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a generous annual bonus, this role is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and team development. Be part of a community that values individuality and diversity, and enjoy a range of perks designed to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips sharing

30% earnings access before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations while ensuring high food quality and safety standards.
• Inspire and engage team members to create a positive environment.

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 seeking a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Sous Chef, you will lead with passion, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety, inspiring and engaging your team, and creating a positive environment for guests and staff alike.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team, maintaining 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 labour costs.
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs.

What We Offer:

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side projects
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies with 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 and VIP events
• Recognition programs like Nationwide Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure 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 guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.