Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Bristol. This role is perfect for a passionate culinary leader eager to create a positive environment for both guests and team members. You will oversee food quality, manage kitchen operations, and inspire your team to achieve excellence. With flexible hours and a variety of benefits, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic setting. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and celebrate team successes, this role is for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain food quality.
• Manage the line and plan shifts effectively.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Kitchen Financials

Stock Control

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

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 help us nourish from bowl to 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, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line and plan shifts effectively
• Understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift food and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest experiences
• Recognition programs

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, varying by restaurant, left at guests' discretion, and not considered wages.