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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Chester. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen environment, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while inspiring and coaching your team. With a focus on individuality and diversity, you will enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts. Join a company that values its employees and offers numerous benefits, including family-friendly policies and exciting team events. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial aspects like stock control.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Ensure food quality and standards while inspiring the team.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Cooking Skills

Health and Safety Standards

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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 looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish mind, 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.

If you...

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

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.

*All tips go directly to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.