junior sous chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and vibrant culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef, where individuality is celebrated. In this full-time role, you'll lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while creating a positive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a host of benefits including free shift meals and a family-friendly policy. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your culinary career in a dynamic restaurant environment, making a difference every day.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

30% earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

Exclusive menu experiences

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable in kitchen financials and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while managing the line.
• Plan shifts and coach team members on food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Financial Knowledge

Health and Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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Basingstoke

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". 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 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, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will use your food knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

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 coach on the go
• understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drivers

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• 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
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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 proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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