sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards. With a focus on team development and a supportive environment, you will play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits, including a generous annual bonus and discounts. If you're ready to make a positive impact and celebrate culinary creativity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing their team.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Operations

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately), south west london

Client: wagamama

Location: south west london, 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 are looking for a sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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, capable of leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to uphold high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.