junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Junior Sous Chef at a well-known restaurant chain in Worcester. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to develop your leadership skills while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. You will manage kitchen operations, inspire your team, and enjoy a range of benefits including flexible hours, free meals, and recognition as a nationwide wok star. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity to grow in a vibrant culinary environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Financials

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

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junior sous chef (Hiring Immediately), worcester

Client:

wagamama

Location:

worcester, 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 individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a junior sous chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to 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, with expertise in food quality and standards, leading and inspiring your team.

Ideal candidates:

• 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 kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 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 schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Join us and be yourself at Wagamama

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

*Tips are paid directly to team members; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.