Aspiring Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Bristol is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their team. The role emphasizes teamwork, food quality, and creating a positive environment. Benefits include competitive pay, flexible hours, and free meals during shifts. Join a dynamic team that celebrates individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

New menu trials

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the team while ensuring food quality.
• Engage with guests and create a positive environment.

Skills

Team Support

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

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Aspiring Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time
At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our ongoing journey to nourish from bowl to soul.
The role |
As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll be a developing leader who cares deeply 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, engage, and inspire.
If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and love working with the team, coaching on the go
• have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• love celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Weekly pay and a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "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 left at guests' discretion; tips are not considered wages.