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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Junior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and generous benefits, including free meals and early access to new menus, you'll thrive in an environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork. If you're ready to inspire others and make a difference in the culinary world, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team management.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Support team members and maintain high standards.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Planning

Stock Control

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards.
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members.
• Understanding food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Celebrating successes and recognizing individual needs within your team.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Have knowledge of food safety standards and financial performance metrics.
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing.
• 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 of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh uniforms provided for each shift.
• Early access to new menus and exclusive Wagamama events.
• Recognition programs and nationwide exposure as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not considered wages.