As a sous chef at Wagamama, you’ll support the kitchen management team to oversee all aspects of our back of house operations the Wagamama way. Embodying our people promise + values through how you show up at work, you'll be responsible for ensuring the quality of our food, managing inventory, and various kitchen operations. You will develop and grow our junior chefs, ensuring they are engaged, motivated, and meeting Wagamama standards. You should be passionate about people, fresh food + cooking and have experience in managing and motivating a team to meet high standards. This role is ideal for those looking to progress their career to head chef in the future.
£13.80 per hour + £1000 bonus opportunity per year + £34 average tips per week*
Internal progression opportunities | Fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth
£14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift
50% discount at Wagamama + 30% off all other TRG brands with family and friends
Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
Dedicated 4-week training programme
Kintsugi wellness | Access to councillors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure
Family-friendly policy | Expectant persons or those adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay
Financial wellbeing support | Access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life
What we look for |
Experience managing or supervising a kitchen team and taking ownership through positive behaviours + actions
A strong communicator who engages in real conversations with consideration + care, supporting your management team in ensuring high standards of service
Experience in supporting the maintenance of spotless food, health, and safety standards
Aware of the financial performance of a kitchen, including GP and stock control
Experience managing labor and rotas
Passionate about creating an inclusive environment where your team feels respected + that they belong
An inspiring leader who engages their team to nourish + flourish in their roles and careers
Passionate about working with fresh food — microwaves and heat lamps are not used here!
The Wagamama way |
Kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is our core philosophy. It influences every dish we create and motivates us to find better ways in all we do. Our food is always fresh. We are committed to championing change in our communities and for the planet.
With three decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. We value personality over perfection. We welcome everyone and their unique stories to our benches. We promise to support you, working together to build trust and support. We create safe spaces for real conversations with open hearts + minds.
All we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different.
Be you, be Wagamama
*100% of tips go to our teams. Average tips are based on back-of-house management positions across all UK restaurants between 29/05/23 and 02/07/23. Tips vary by restaurant. Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not considered wages nor guaranteed.
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