junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Sous Chef, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment, ensuring high food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and a variety of benefits, including free meals and a family-friendly policy, this position is perfect for those eager to grow in the culinary field. Embrace the opportunity to inspire and engage your team while making a positive impact on guests' experiences.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Ensure food quality and standards are met consistently.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Financial Aspects Knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Junior Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, 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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it 'Be You, Be Wagamama'. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team 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 guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring 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 financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labour costs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

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

Our Values

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Note: 100% of tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.