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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a Junior Sous Chef in a dynamic restaurant environment. This role is perfect for passionate individuals eager to lead and inspire others while upholding the highest food quality standards. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere that celebrates individuality and teamwork. With flexible hours, you can balance your career with personal pursuits. Experience unique perks like free meals, generous discounts, and recognition programs. If you’re ready to make a difference in a thriving culinary space, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Training opportunities

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Retail and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Understanding of food safety and health standards.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and team coaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team while maintaining food quality.
• Manage shifts and ensure high standards of food safety.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Financial Management

High Standards Maintenance

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. 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.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards
• Is prepared to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Has an understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects of a kitchen such as 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 plus tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniforms provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we 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 go directly to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.