junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic team as a Junior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. You'll manage kitchen operations, support your team, and contribute to a positive dining experience for guests. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a range of additional benefits that promote work-life balance. Be part of a company that values individuality and diversity, and helps you grow in your culinary career.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Tips

30% Earnings Access Before Payday

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

26 Weeks Full Pay for Parents

Uniform Provided

Exclusive Menu Trials

Recognition Program

Pension Scheme

Gym Membership Discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for food quality and team engagement.
• Understanding of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach team members to excel in their roles.
• Manage kitchen operations and ensure high standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Kitchen Management

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Knowledge

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Job Title: Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

Company:

Wagamama

Location:

Bath, 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 our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader who is 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support your team and help them excel while maintaining high standards.
• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts to ensure proper coverage, and coach team members on the go.
• Understand food, health, and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual needs.

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• 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 through our national programme: Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.