sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate sous chef to join their vibrant team in Slough. This role emphasizes leadership and development, with a focus on maintaining exceptional food quality and standards. You will inspire your team while enjoying flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting perks, including a generous annual bonus and the opportunity to experience new menu items first. If you thrive in a supportive environment and are eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen and supporting team development.
• Strong understanding of food health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to maintain high food quality standards.
• Plan shifts and coach team members effectively.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Shift Planning

Coaching and Training

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a sous chef, you'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and maintain high standards.
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go.
• Support your kitchen's food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Weekly pay plus a share of tips (100% tips go to our teams).
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to be the first to experience our new menus.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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