Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse team as a Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain, where you will lead with passion and creativity. This role offers the chance to inspire your team while ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you can thrive both professionally and personally. Enjoy perks like weekly pay, an annual bonus, and discounts for family and friends. Be part of a company that celebrates individuality and recognizes your contributions. This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact in a dynamic culinary setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay + tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with strong food knowledge.
• Experience in managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire team members to maintain high food standards.
• Support food safety and health standards while managing kitchen financials.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 our team and contribute to our mission 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 team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with strong food knowledge, using this 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 team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay + tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side projects
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure 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. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.