sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their supportive team in Maidstone. This full-time role emphasizes leadership, food quality, and team development, where you'll create a vibrant environment for both guests and staff. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a chance to be part of a dynamic culinary experience. With a focus on individuality and diversity, this opportunity allows you to contribute to a mission that nourishes from bowl to soul. If you thrive in a collaborative kitchen setting and are eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Participation in recognition programs

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Leadership

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately), maidstone

Client: wagamama

Location: maidstone, 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 us in our mission to nourish 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 are looking for someone who:

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

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Participation in wagamama parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure 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.