junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Junior Sous Chef at a renowned restaurant chain in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Join a vibrant team dedicated to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction. In this full-time role, you'll lead and inspire your colleagues, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while managing kitchen operations. The company values individuality and offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and numerous perks, including free meals and discounts. If you have a passion for food and leadership, this is the perfect chance to elevate your career.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.
• Create a positive environment for guests and teams.

Skills

Food quality and standards

Team management

Food safety standards

Stock control

Labor cost management

Job description

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Junior Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 differences and value personality over perfection. 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 from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a growing leader who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, with a passion for food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team with your food knowledge.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• Have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.