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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Chester. This full-time role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen crew, ensuring exceptional food quality and a positive atmosphere. With a focus on teamwork, you will manage shifts, uphold food safety standards, and contribute to financial performance. Enjoy perks like flexible hours, free meals, and an industry-leading family-friendly policy. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love to celebrate team success, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Share of Tips

Access to 30% of Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Discount for Friends and Family

Family-Friendly Policy

Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Wagamama Parties

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about maintaining high standards and supporting the team.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while managing the line.
• Plan shifts and ensure proper coverage for smooth operations.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Financial Performance Knowledge

Education

Culinary Degree

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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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 value 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 will be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, 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 and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage, coaching the team on the go
• understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• love celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you:

• weekly pay and share of tips
• access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• flexible hours to support side pursuits
• free food on shift and 50% outside of work for friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.