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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef, where your passion for food quality and team leadership will shine. This role offers the opportunity to manage kitchen operations while celebrating individuality and diversity in a vibrant restaurant environment. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and numerous perks, including free meals and early access to new menus. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values its team and encourages personal growth in the culinary arts. If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Tips

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Outside Work

Pension

Holiday

Training

Cycle Schemes

Gym Memberships

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable in kitchen financials including profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Team Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Bristol, 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 both body and soul.

The role:

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Have knowledge of food, health and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension, 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 distributed to our teams; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.