Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and diverse culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef at a leading restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to develop your leadership skills while ensuring high food quality and standards. You will be pivotal in creating a positive atmosphere for both guests and team members, managing kitchen operations, and coaching your team. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about the culinary arts and team success. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food safety and financial aspects.
• Ready to manage the line and coach the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the culinary team.
• Plan shifts and manage kitchen operations.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 who cares 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 your team
• Have an understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loved to celebrate success and recognize individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.