junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Chester is seeking a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and fostering a positive environment for both guests and staff. Ideal candidates will have a passion for culinary excellence and team support. Enjoy benefits like weekly pay, flexible hours, and discounts.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Fresh uniforms provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programme

Pension, holiday, training, discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Support your team and help others excel while maintaining high standards.
• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.

Skills

Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Team Support

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

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 contribute to our mission to 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. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire the team around you.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members on the go
• Understanding food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and upholding high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits

• Weekly pay and share of tips (tips vary by restaurant)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniforms provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards

Be you, be Wagamama

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

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant; they are not considered wages.