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

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team in Bournemouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, focusing on high standards of food quality and creating a positive environment for both guests and staff. With flexible hours and a variety of perks, including free meals and generous parental leave, this position is perfect for someone eager to grow in a dynamic culinary setting. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a difference, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

New uniforms for each shift

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while ensuring food quality.
• Manage line, plan shifts, and coach team members.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

junior sous chef | full time

We celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a junior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a junior sous chef, you’ll be a growing leader who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members, with expertise in food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• understand food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• love celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours for your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• New uniforms provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.