Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in the UK is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their team in Telford. The ideal candidate will be a developing leader who is passionate about food quality and creating a positive environment for guests and staff. Responsibilities include managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members. The role offers flexible hours, weekly pay, and various employee benefits, including discounts and recognition programs.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage, and inspire your team in food quality and standards.
• Understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.

Skills

Leadership

Food Quality

Health and Safety Standards

Team Support

Job description

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Aspiring Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Telford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Telford, 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, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be Wagamama. 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 our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Ideal Candidate:

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

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay and share of 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 + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest experiences
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not considered wages.