Innovative Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An innovative restaurant is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join its vibrant team in Norwich. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food quality and team leadership. You'll be responsible for managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members while ensuring high standards of food safety and health compliance. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to grow in your culinary career. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates success, making a difference in both your life and the lives of your guests.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team in food quality and standards.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Coaching

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

Innovative Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Norwich

Client: Wagamama

Location: Norwich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

To succeed, you should:

• Be passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Be ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs

Wagamama Benefits:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• 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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary; they are not considered wages.