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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic restaurant team as a Junior Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a kitchen, maintain high food quality standards, and inspire your team. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and generous family-friendly policies. Be part of a vibrant culture that values recognition and team success while contributing to a positive dining experience for guests. This is your chance to grow within a supportive environment and make a real impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about maintaining high standards and supporting your team.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial aspects of kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and motivate the team to ensure food quality and standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Stock Control

Coaching Skills

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Telford, 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're seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and help us 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 guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free shift food 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 uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, 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; they are not considered wages.