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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a junior sous chef to join their dynamic team in Stockport. This role emphasizes the importance of creating a positive environment for both guests and team members. As a junior sous chef, you'll lead by example, ensuring exceptional food quality while managing kitchen operations. With a commitment to celebrating individuality and fostering growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant culinary journey. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of enticing perks that make this role truly rewarding.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay maternity/paternity leave

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Expert in food quality and kitchen safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts for proper coverage.
• Coach team members and celebrate successes together.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Performance Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

stockport, 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

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 growing leader who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, a true expert in food quality and standards, 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, safety standards, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• love celebrating success with your team, recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting persons
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama proudly participates in the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% tips go to our teams; actual tips vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.