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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Junior Sous Chef at a vibrant restaurant chain. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment and are passionate about food quality and team development. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high standards while managing kitchen operations. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and diversity, along with generous benefits such as flexible hours, weekly pay, and access to earnings before payday. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a culture of recognition and growth.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards.
• Good understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Kitchen Operations

Financial Management

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 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 in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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, motivate, and inspire your team.

Ideal candidates are those who:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Are capable of managing the kitchen line, planning shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coaching team members on the go
• Have a good understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Enjoy managing kitchen operations and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial management

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, 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; they are not considered wages.