Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Lincoln is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their team. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and supporting team development. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various benefits including free meals and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Uniform provided

Opportunities to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Ensure high standards and quality in food preparation.

Skills

Food Knowledge

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

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Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Lincoln

Client: wagamama

Location: Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to 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 guests and team members. You will have excellent food knowledge, ensuring high standards and quality, and will lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not considered wages.