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

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative restaurant chain is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while maintaining high culinary standards. With a focus on teamwork and personal development, you'll enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of exciting benefits. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates culinary creativity, where you can grow your career while enjoying delicious meals and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms for each shift

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Exceptional food knowledge and high standards.
• Ability to lead, engage, and inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Coach team members and maintain high standards.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Kitchen Management

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Job description

Job Description: Junior Sous Chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine (Hiring Immediately) - Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You should have exceptional food knowledge, high standards, and the ability to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniforms provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.