Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Sous Chef at a renowned dining establishment. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive work environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible hours, a generous bonus scheme, and opportunities for personal and professional development. With a focus on individuality and diversity, this is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a culinary journey that nourishes both body and soul. If you're ready to inspire and be inspired, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

First access to new menus

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards, leading and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met.
• Plan shifts and support team members in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

basildon, 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 seeking a Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and development to help them excel and maintaining high standards.
• Have experience managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and working with the team to coach and support on the go.
• Are familiar with food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Loved to celebrate success and recognize individual drivers and needs.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide Wok Star program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.