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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Junior Sous Chef in Cheltenham, where individuality is celebrated. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts on meals, alongside a host of family-friendly benefits. Be part of a company that values your contributions and recognizes your efforts, making every shift rewarding and enjoyable.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties and events

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial management in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Support team in achieving high standards and celebrating successes.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Financial Management

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Cheltenham

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 value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and helping others achieve their best while maintaining high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts to ensure adequate coverage, and coaching team members on the go
• Understanding food safety, health and safety standards, and managing financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drivers and needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively
• Have knowledge of food safety standards and financial management in a kitchen environment
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and share of tips (tips vary by restaurant)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• 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 given at guests' discretion and are not considered wages; 100% of tips go to the team.