sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Plymouth. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a supportive kitchen environment while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. You will be instrumental in developing your team, planning shifts, and celebrating successes together. With flexible hours, a competitive salary, and numerous perks like free meals and an annual bonus, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a vibrant culinary setting. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a journey that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Tips

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Recognition Program

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with leadership skills.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Support food safety and manage kitchen financials effectively.

Skills

Team Development

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Shift Planning

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

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 help us 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 should 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 the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team success 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 projects
• Free shift meals from our menu 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 programme

We also offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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 paid directly to team members; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.