Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Nottingham is seeking a Junior Sous Chef who is passionate about food quality and team leadership. The role involves managing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards, and creating a positive environment for team members and guests. Enjoy benefits like weekly pay, flexible hours, and a supportive family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the team.

Skills

Food Quality

Team Leadership

Health and Safety Standards

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Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

Client: Wagamama

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 nourishing our guests and community.

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, using your knowledge to 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 on the go
• Have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating success 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 your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• 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 the Disability Confident scheme.

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