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

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; 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 Leeds. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a culinary team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and a supportive work environment, you will be part of a culture that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Enjoy benefits like weekly pay, free shift meals, and discounts, all while contributing to a mission of nourishing guests from bowl to soul. If you are passionate about food and team success, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial aspects.
• Ready to manage shifts and coach the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and teams.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your culinary team.
• Manage the line and ensure food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, an expert in food quality and standards, and capable of leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% tips go to teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus and exclusive events
• Recognition programs and long service awards

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, and gym memberships.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and vary by restaurant; they are not considered wages.