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

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Preston. This role offers the opportunity to lead and inspire a passionate kitchen team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. With a focus on individuality and diversity, you will contribute to a positive dining experience for guests. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various employee benefits including free meals and a family-friendly policy. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Preston, Lancashire, 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 both body and 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.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Prepared to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• 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
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition program as a nationwide wok star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and are not considered wages. 100% of tips go to our team members; actual tips vary by restaurant.