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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team in Belfast. This role emphasizes individuality and teamwork, allowing you to showcase your culinary skills while supporting a positive kitchen environment. You will lead the kitchen line, manage shifts, and ensure high food quality standards, all while enjoying flexible hours and various benefits. With a focus on personal growth and team success, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic culinary setting. Join a team that celebrates diversity and individuality, and make a meaningful impact in the kitchen.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes and holidays

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Prepared to manage the kitchen line and coach team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage, and inspire your team with a focus on food quality.
• Manage shifts and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary Expertise

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Coaching

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

junior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it 'be you, be Wagamama'. We are seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both our guests and our team members.

The role |

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and staff, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will use your culinary expertise to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are prepared to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand food, health, and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'wok star' through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, 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% tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.