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

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Maidstone. This role offers an opportunity to lead and inspire a kitchen team while ensuring exceptional food quality and standards. With a strong focus on personal growth and team support, you will enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and a generous family policy. Join a forward-thinking company that values individuality and teamwork, and make a real impact in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams.
• Expert in food quality and standards with exceptional food knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts for proper coverage, and coach team members.
• Ensure kitchen's food, health, and safety standards are met.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Knowledge

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Education

Culinary Degree

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

maidstone, 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

Three decades of acting different; we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants and growing in the UK + 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 developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, a food quality and standards expert, with exceptional food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts for proper coverage, and coach on the go
• Understand your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating success with your team 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 from our menu, plus 50% outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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