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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking company, seeking a junior sous chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role offers a chance to develop leadership skills while ensuring exceptional food quality and standards. You'll be part of a vibrant environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork, with flexible hours and a range of benefits designed to support your well-being. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and a desire to grow within the industry, this position is perfect for you, providing a platform to shine and make a real impact.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.
• Understanding of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 of nourishing from bowl to 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 and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams)
• Access up to 30% of 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)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our nationwide 'Wok Star' program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.