junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading culinary culture as a Junior Sous Chef at a popular restaurant in Cheltenham. Embrace a vibrant work environment while managing kitchen operations, supporting your team, and ensuring high food quality standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and recognition programs.

Benefits

Weekly pay and a share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus first

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.
• Expert in food quality and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and collaborate with team.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the team.

Skills

Team Development

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

junior sous chef | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection, embracing our unique culture. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking 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, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and work collaboratively with the team
• Understands food, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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