Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a commitment to high standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various employee benefits, including discounts and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

30% earnings access before payday

Free food during shifts

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Training opportunities

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.
• Understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the kitchen team.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety

Kitchen Standards

Job description

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will 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 while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Has an understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay plus tips (tips are distributed at the restaurant's discretion and are not considered wages)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free food during shifts and a 50% discount 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
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our national 'Wok Star' program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Actual tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion.