Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain, where your leadership will inspire others and your culinary expertise will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to create memorable dining experiences while managing a dynamic kitchen environment. With a focus on team development and high standards, you will play a crucial part in our mission to nourish from bowl to soul. Enjoy a range of benefits including flexible hours, generous bonuses, and a supportive workplace culture that celebrates individuality. If you are ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Recognition programs

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Shift Planning

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Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 across 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 will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain high standards
• Has experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus and participate in events
• Recognition programs and discounts

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 the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom