sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and innovative dining experience as a Sous Chef in Southampton. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards while celebrating individual and team successes. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of benefits including a £1000 annual bonus, this position is perfect for culinary leaders eager to make a difference. Be part of a renowned restaurant that values diversity and individuality, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free On-Shift Food

50% Off Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Fresh Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen staff and maintaining high food quality standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial management in a restaurant setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while ensuring food quality and safety.
• Manage shifts and support team development to maintain high standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Shift Planning

Coaching

Financial Management

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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're looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Sous Chef, you'll 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’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain high standards
• Has experience managing the 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 recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you?

• Biweekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.