Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in South West London. This role is perfect for someone passionate about food quality and team leadership. You will manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards while motivating your team to excel. Enjoy perks like flexible hours, free meals, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you love to celebrate team successes and create a positive environment, this opportunity is for you!

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

Fresh uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire team members.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Food Safety

Team Management

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), South West London

Client: wagamama

Location: South West London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 contribute to nourishing our guests from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader who is 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, motivate, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Have an understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• 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
• First to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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 at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.