At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant kitchen team, ensuring every dish is fresh and full of flavour.
- Company: Wagamama, where food is life and fresh ingredients are key.
- Benefits: Up to £1,000 annual bonus, biweekly pay, free meals, and 50% off for friends and family.
- Other info: Proud to be a disability confident employer, welcoming all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Join a supportive culture that values growth, wellbeing, and individuality.
- Qualifications: Experience in kitchen management and a passion for team development.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Food is life. Our kitchens are all about fresh food, prioritising good ingredients and serving dishes that are made to order every time. No microwaves, no shortcuts, just big energy and bigger flavours.
As a sous chef, you’ll support leading the shifts and the kitchen team while ensuring every bowl is something to be proud of.
What you’ll be doing:
- Working closely with the rest of the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing kitchen.
- Leading the kitchen with pride, making sure every dish is fresh, bold and full of flavour.
- Helping your team feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do.
- Nurturing your team to grow, not just hit targets.
- Thinking with a kaizen mindset – constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen.
You’ll love this role if you...
- Are passionate about supporting your team, focusing on training and developing others to help them be the best they can be and maintaining high standards.
- Are experienced in managing the line, planning shifts to make sure we have the right cover and love working with the team, coaching on the go.
- Have experience in supporting with your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards, understanding financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control and labour costs.
- Love to celebrate success with your team, recognising what drives individuals and their needs.
What you’ll get:
- A culture that backs your growth, wellbeing + individuality.
- Up to £1,000 annual bonus.
- Biweekly pay and a share of tips.
- 50% off for friends and family.
- Free meals on shift.
- Early access to earned pay with Wagestream.
- 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for new parents.
- 30% off at other TRG brands (Brunning & Price Pubs, Barburrito and more).
In addition to this, we offer the usual benefits such as pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships and long service awards.
Apply today and take a seat at the bench. We’re proud to be a disability confident employer. No matter where you’re from or who you are, you’ve got a seat at our bench.
sous chef in Thornaby-on-Tees employer: wagamama
Wagamama is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its team members, offering a vibrant work culture where fresh food and bold flavours are at the heart of everything we do. As a sous chef, you'll enjoy competitive benefits including up to £1,000 annual bonus, biweekly pay, and generous discounts, all while working in a supportive environment that values individuality and celebrates success. With opportunities for personal development and a commitment to inclusivity, Wagamama is the perfect place for passionate culinary professionals to thrive.
