Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will be a key player in creating a positive dining experience, ensuring food quality, and leading your team with passion and expertise. With a focus on individuality and diversity, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions will be recognized. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team to maintain food quality and standards.
• Manage kitchen operations, including safety and financials.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Kitchen Financial Management

Shift Planning

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client: Wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, 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're looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission 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 and plan shifts effectively
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide program, "Wok Star"

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.

*Please note: 100% of tips go to our team members. Tips are voluntary and at guest discretion, not considered wages.