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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate junior sous chef to join their dynamic team in Portsmouth. This role offers the opportunity to lead a vibrant kitchen environment, focusing on exceptional food quality and team engagement. With a commitment to celebrating individuality, the company provides a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive. Enjoy perks like flexible hours, free meals, and a family-friendly policy, making this position not just a job, but a fulfilling career path. If you are ready to make a difference and grow in your culinary journey, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.
• Ability to manage kitchen line and plan shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while maintaining high standards.
• Support team members and help others excel.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection—our 'Be You, Be Wagamama' culture. We are looking for 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 who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will bring exceptional food knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and enjoy coaching on the go
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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 teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; tips are not considered wages.