Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Colchester is seeking an Aspiring Sous Chef to join their team. The role involves managing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, and supporting team development. With a focus on individuality and diversity, this position offers a vibrant work environment and various benefits.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Financial Management

Job description

Job Title: Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Colchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

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 contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, 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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. They vary by restaurant and are left solely at guest discretion; tips are not considered wages.