sous chef - Innovative Dining Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join an innovative dining experience as a Sous Chef in Stevenage, where you will lead a passionate team dedicated to culinary excellence. This role offers a chance to create a positive environment for both guests and team members while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of perks including a generous annual bonus, this position is perfect for those looking to thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment. Embrace your individuality and contribute to a vibrant team culture that celebrates success and recognizes hard work.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Stock Control

Financial Awareness

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Stevenage

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Other

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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 are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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 will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and working hands-on with the team
• Support food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay and a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 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 guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are discretionary, and are not guaranteed wages.