Innovative Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stockport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Junior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic kitchen environment, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while inspiring your team. With flexible hours and a variety of benefits, including free meals and generous parental leave, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork. Become part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and celebrates success, making every shift rewarding and enjoyable.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and teams.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the kitchen team.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Stockport, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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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, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate difference and personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, with expertise in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Love to celebrate success and recognize individual needs

We’d Love to Hear From You

What’s in It for You |

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% outside of work
• Industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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 discretionary, not considered wages.