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

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Peterborough. This role offers the chance to lead and inspire a dedicated kitchen team while maintaining high food quality and safety standards. With a strong emphasis on individuality and diversity, this position allows you to create a positive environment for both guests and team members. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a generous benefits package, including free meals and discounts, as you contribute to a culture that celebrates success and recognizes individual needs. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Expert in food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead and inspire the team while ensuring food quality.

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), Peterborough

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

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 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 nourishing our guests 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. 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 kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating successes and recognizing individual needs

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 (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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 teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.