Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain known for its dedication to quality and individuality. In this full-time role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food standards and a positive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including a generous bonus scheme and opportunities for personal development. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a community that values your contributions and celebrates your successes.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunities for new menu tastings

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.
• Passionate about food quality and team development.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Management

Kitchen Operations

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

portsmouth, hampshire, United Kingdom

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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, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for 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 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 achieve high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

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 side pursuits
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, 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 are paid directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.