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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team in Bradford. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a supportive environment, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. As a junior sous chef, you'll manage kitchen operations, inspire your team, and ensure the highest food quality standards. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts on meals, this position not only promises a rewarding culinary career but also a chance to thrive in a family-friendly workplace. Join a company that values your contributions and offers recognition as a nationwide wok star!

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Recognition Program

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead and inspire team while ensuring food quality.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Financial Knowledge

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bradford, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understands food safety, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading 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 try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• 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.

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