sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Sous Chef at an exciting restaurant chain known for its commitment to individuality and diversity. In this full-time role, you will lead and inspire a passionate kitchen team while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. Enjoy benefits such as weekly pay, flexible hours, and a generous bonus opportunity. This position offers a unique chance to develop your culinary skills in a supportive environment that values team success and individual recognition. Be part of a forward-thinking company that celebrates creativity and teamwork.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead with passion to create a positive environment.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Kitchen Operations

Coaching Staff

Job description

Job Details

Client: wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Overview

Position: Sous Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We are seeking a sous chef to join our team and continue our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead with passion to create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and safety.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the kitchen team.

Candidate Requirements

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching staff.
• Knowledge of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to celebrate team successes and recognize individual needs.

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours.
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work.
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals.
• Uniform provided.
• Opportunity to experience new menus and participate in wagamama events.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.

Join us and be part of our vibrant team. wagamama is proud to be part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our team members and vary by restaurant. Tips are voluntary and not guaranteed as part of wages.