Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Exeter. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. With a focus on training and development, you'll create a positive environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of perks including an annual bonus and discounts. If you're ready to make a difference in a vibrant culinary setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and leading a team.
• Passionate about food quality and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Manage line operations and ensure food safety compliance.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

exeter, 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 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 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 maintain high standards
• Have experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members on the go
• Support your kitchen’s food, health, safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• 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 work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.