junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Woking. This role is perfect for those passionate about food quality and team leadership. You'll manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards while fostering a positive environment for both guests and team members. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts, along with a supportive family-friendly policy. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Knowledge

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

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Junior Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Woking

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. 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 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, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy 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 your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• 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
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.