sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. In this role, you will lead a passionate team dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. You will manage kitchen operations while ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. With flexible hours, generous benefits, and a commitment to team success, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment. If you are ready to inspire and be inspired, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay and Tips Sharing

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Wagamama Parties

Recognition as a Nationwide Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about team support and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and ensure proper staffing.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and health.

Skills

Team Support

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client: Wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Overview

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 from bowl to soul. We value personality over perfection and encourage you to be yourself at work.

The Role

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who cares deeply about creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. You will be a food quality expert, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and ensure proper staffing.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual needs.

We’d Love to Hear From You If You...

• Are passionate about team support, training, and maintaining high standards.
• Have experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Understand financial performance, including costs and safety standards.
• Enjoy celebrating successes and recognizing individual contributions.

Benefits

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support side projects.
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant and adopting parents.
• Uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Our Commitment

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.