Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Shrewsbury. This exciting opportunity involves leading a kitchen team to maintain high food quality standards while fostering a supportive and positive work environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company offers a range of benefits, including flexible hours, free meals, and an annual bonus. If you are enthusiastic about culinary excellence and team development, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about team support, training, and development.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and shift planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead with passion to ensure high standards of food quality.
• Inspire and engage your team, fostering a positive environment.

Skills

Team Support

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Financial Management

Job description

Job Details

Client: wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Overview

Position: 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 lead with passion, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You will inspire and engage your team, fostering a positive environment for both guests and staff.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about team support, training, and development
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations, including shift planning and coaching
• Knowledgeable in food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enthusiastic about celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to experience new menus and participate in wagamama events
• Additional perks: pension, holiday, training, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% distributed to our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.