Junior Sous Chef

Aqua Restaurant Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dine with us: discounts at all AquaVEN

Birthday off and long service leave

Ongoing training and development

Wagestream pay access

Meals provided during breaks

Discounted gym membership

Lunch & Learn

£500 referral bonus

Job summary

Aqua Restaurant Group is seeking a Junior Sous Chef at our London venue near Liverpool Street. You will support the Head Chef and Sous Chef, assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, and contribute to menu development in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers training and career progression, access to staff perks like discounts, birthday leave, and Wagestream pay options. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Eligible to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate.
• Support and mentor junior team members providing guidance and training to help them grow and improve their skills.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami, and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

As our Junior Sous Chef, you will advance your culinary career in a dynamic environment and support the culinary team in preparing exceptional dishes.

Where are we located?

Shiro is a Japanese restaurant and bar located at Liverpool Street's Upper Broadgate Circle.

Hugely popular in our home Hong Kong, Shiro cuisine is inspired by Japan's foodie hot spots; Ginza, Shinjuku and Shibuya in Tokyo.

What we bring to the table:

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Support Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and get £500

Your day at Aqua:

• Culinary Creativity & Crafting Recipes for Success: Assist in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and excellence in every plate. Collaborate with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to develop new menu items and refine existing recipes, bringing fresh ideas to the table
• Team Support & Development: Support and mentor junior team members providing guidance and training to help them grow and improve their skills. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, ensuring effective communication and teamwork during service

You will be paid £12.71 per hour. In addition, you can be a part of the venue's Tronc system, which may give you up to £5.75 extra per hour each month. The Tronc system is managed by the Tronc Master.

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.