sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant dining experience as a Sous Chef in Nottingham! This role invites you to lead a passionate team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while celebrating individual and team successes. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a chance for a £1000 annual bonus, this position offers a fantastic work-life balance. Enjoy free meals, generous discounts, and a supportive environment that values diversity and individuality. Be part of an innovative company that prioritizes both personal and professional growth, making every shift a rewarding experience.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms provided

Recognition programs

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, ensuring food safety and financial control.

Skills

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Team Development

Financial Management

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 seeking a sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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 are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain 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 drives and needs

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• 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
• Fresh uniforms provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team; actual tips vary by location and are discretionary, not guaranteed or considered wages.