junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Brighton is seeking a junior sous chef to join their innovative team. The role involves managing kitchen operations, supporting team development, and ensuring high food quality standards. With a focus on individuality and diversity, the position offers a vibrant work culture and various benefits including weekly pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

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

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing their team.
• Understands kitchen food, health, safety standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team Development

Food Quality

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Management

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junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

junior sous chef | full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and help nourish our guests and communities.

The role:

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader committed to creating a positive environment for both guests and team members. You should be passionate about food quality, standards, and inspiring your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Can manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Understands kitchen food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 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 through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, 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; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion, not considered wages.