Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive kitchen as a Junior Sous Chef with a forward-thinking company that values individuality and teamwork. In this full-time role, you will lead and inspire your culinary team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while celebrating successes together. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals, a pension scheme, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This is your chance to grow in a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunities for menu experiences

Recognition programs

Pension scheme and discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about team development while maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire team members with enthusiasm.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Line Management

Stock Control

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Exeter

Client: wagamama

Location: Exeter, 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, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team through your expertise and enthusiasm.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Has an understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drivers and needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and a 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 of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our nationwide Wok Star program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, 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 left at guests' discretion; tips are not considered wages.