Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Reading is seeking an Aspiring Sous Chef to join their team. This full-time position is ideal for someone passionate about food quality and team leadership. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards, and fostering a positive environment for both guests and staff. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various employee benefits including free meals and discounts.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of financial aspects like gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

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Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Reading

Client: wagamama

Location: Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 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 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 their team and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle to work scheme, 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.