Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Junior Sous Chef in a leading restaurant chain known for its commitment to quality and diversity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your leadership skills while ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards. You will be at the heart of a supportive environment, managing shifts, coaching your team, and celebrating successes together. With flexible hours, generous benefits, and a focus on personal development, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork. Be part of a journey that nourishes both body and soul.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Inspire and motivate team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Standards

Financial Performance

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Slough

Client: Wagamama

Location: Slough, 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 be part of our journey 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, motivate, and inspire your team.

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 like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves to celebrate team successes and recognizes individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Enjoy managing shifts and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• 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 work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with full pay for 26 weeks and half pay for 13 weeks for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.

*Tips are 100% for the team and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.