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

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Kingston upon Hull. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while creating a positive environment for both guests and staff. With flexible hours, generous discounts, and a commitment to diversity and individuality, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive culinary environment. Join a company that values its people and celebrates success!

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while ensuring food quality.
• Manage shifts and uphold food safety standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

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junior sous chef - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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, with expertise in food quality and standards. You will 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, health, safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating success and recognizing individual drives

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for teams; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.