Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Junior Sous Chef in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and standards. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Flexible hours

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Holiday

Training

Cycle to work

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and manage kitchen financials.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Team Support

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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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 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 who is passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and helping others reach their potential while maintaining high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts
• Have knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen financials
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.