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

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Gloucester. This role emphasizes the importance of creating a positive environment for both guests and team members. You will lead and inspire your colleagues while ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including access to earnings before payday and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team collaboration, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line and plan shifts effectively.
• Coach team members to maintain high food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 growing 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 the team around you.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loved to celebrate success and recognize 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 shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, 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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not considered wages.