Junior Sous Chef: Growth-Driven Kitchen Leader (Tips)

wagamama ltd; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay and tips share

50% off for friends and family

Free meals on shift

Early access to earned pay with Wagest

26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half

30% off at other TRG brands

Job summary

wagamama ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is made to order and served with pride. You’ll help manage day-to-day kitchen operation and contribute to a lively, collaborative environment.

You will work with management to run a vibrant kitchen, uphold high standards of food quality, coach your team, and drive growth while thinking Kaizen to make small, continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams and shifts.
• Ability to coach and develop junior chefs.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with management to run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen.
• Maintain food quality and a positive kitchen vibe.
• Support your team, making them feel seen and proud of their work.
• Nurture your team to grow, not just hit targets.
• Apply a Kaizen mindset to continuously improve processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Shift planning

Coaching

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is made to order and served with pride. You’ll help manage day-to-day kitchen operation and contribute to a lively, collaborative environment.

You will work with management to run a vibrant kitchen, uphold high standards of food quality, coach your team, and drive growth while thinking Kaizen to make small, continuous improvements.