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

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Dartford. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills while maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and inspiring your team, all while ensuring food safety and financial efficiency. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a range of additional benefits including pension schemes and discounts. If you are passionate about food and teamwork, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach your team.
• Maintain high standards and support your team.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 our guests and community.

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 should have excellent food knowledge, standards, and the ability 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 your team
• understand food safety, health standards, and 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 with Wagestream
• flexible hours to support your side activities
• free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, 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 teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not considered wages.