junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Newport. This full-time role emphasizes individuality, where you'll cultivate a positive environment for both guests and team members. As a developing leader, you'll manage kitchen operations, uphold food quality standards, and inspire your team. With a focus on celebrating successes and recognizing contributions, this position offers a range of benefits, including flexible hours and discounts. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Uniform provided

Opportunities to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Support your team and maintain high standards.
• Manage the line and plan shifts for optimal coverage.
• Understand food, health and safety standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Job description

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junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately), Newport

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team. We celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection, fostering a unique work environment.

The Role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Managing the line and planning shifts for optimal coverage
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts
• Have knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen financials
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunities to try new menus and participate in company events
• Recognition programs and nationwide exposure

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed entirely to our teams; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.