sous chef - Supportive team development focus (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Southampton. This full-time role emphasizes team development and creating a positive dining experience. You will lead kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while inspiring your team to excel. With a focus on recognition and support, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting benefits, including a generous annual bonus and opportunities for professional development. Join a company that values individuality and teamwork!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off outside work meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Experience new menus first

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve high standards.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and engage your team in a positive kitchen environment.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met consistently.

Skills

Team Development

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 difference and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing our community from bowl to soul.

The role

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

What we’re looking for

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve high standards
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals 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 experience 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 proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.