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

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef who is passionate about creating a positive environment for both guests and team members. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow in a dynamic culinary environment. Join a culture that values personality and difference, and make a meaningful impact in a vibrant kitchen setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing their team.
• Understanding of food, health, and safety standards.
• Ability to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while maintaining high standards.
• Manage shifts and coach team members on the go.
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual drives.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Job description

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Junior Sous Chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Shrewsbury, 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, with over 165 restaurants and a culture that celebrates difference and personality over perfection, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both the body and 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, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team with your food knowledge and leadership skills.

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 financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves to celebrate team successes and recognizes individual drives and needs

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 your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.