junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate junior sous chef to join their vibrant team in Edinburgh. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen environment, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. You'll be instrumental in coaching and inspiring your team while managing kitchen operations effectively. With a focus on personal development and teamwork, this position provides a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of exciting perks that make this role truly rewarding.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Tips

30% Earnings Access

Free Shift Meals

50% Discount Outside Work

Paid Parental Leave

Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Recognition Program

Pension Schemes

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.
• Expert in food quality and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Ensure high food safety and health standards.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Kitchen Financial Management

Food Quality Standards

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 our mission to nourish from bowl to 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. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with strong food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• can manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and work collaboratively with the team
• has knowledge of food safety, health standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively
• have understanding of food safety, health standards, and kitchen financial management
• enjoy coaching and inspiring your team

What’s in it for you |

• weekly pay and tips
• access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• flexible hours to support your side activities
• free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside of work
• industry-leading family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• 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 Disability Confident.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion and are not considered wages. 100% of tips go to our teams, with variations by restaurant.