Sous Chef Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Telford; 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. This full-time role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality, and fostering a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff. With a commitment to individual growth and team success, you'll have the opportunity to develop your culinary skills while enjoying a range of benefits, including flexible hours, a generous bonus structure, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you thrive in a vibrant environment and are eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

National recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards, leading and inspiring the kitchen team.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Support food safety and health standards while managing kitchen operations.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations Management

Financial Management (Gross Profit, Stock Control)

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

telford, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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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 help us 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 should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about supporting and developing their team to maintain 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 labor costs
• celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you |

• weekly pay and tips share
• access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• flexible hours to support your side activities
• free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• national recognition through our "Wok Star" program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.