sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role offers the chance to lead and inspire a passionate kitchen crew in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on individuality and authenticity, you will play a key role in maintaining high food standards while celebrating team successes. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of exciting perks, including a generous annual bonus and discounts. If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.
• Experience managing the line and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Support food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Shift Planning

Coaching

Stock Control

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Reading, 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, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection and strive to be authentic. We are seeking a Sous Chef to join us on our journey 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 should have excellent food knowledge, standards, and the ability 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 line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Support food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s In It For You:

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free shift food 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
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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; they vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not guaranteed or considered wages.