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

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and dynamic kitchen as a junior sous chef at an industry-leading restaurant, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and inspire a team while ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a host of perks, including free meals and discounts. With a strong focus on team success and personal development, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork. Be part of a family-friendly environment that values your contributions and recognizes your achievements.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus a share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Expert in food quality and standards with leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line and plan shifts for proper coverage.
• Coach team members while maintaining high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Education

Culinary Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

woking, 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

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be wagamama." We are seeking a junior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire 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, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• An 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
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "wok star" through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*All tips are given at guests' discretion and go entirely to our teams; tips are not considered wages.