junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Junior Sous Chef in Dartford. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and inspiring team members. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and various benefits while being part of a vibrant culinary culture.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage.
• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Team Support

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

dartford, 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

Wagamama celebrates difference and values personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a junior sous chef to join us in nourishing from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a junior sous chef, you'll be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members, with a focus on food quality, standards, and inspiring your team.

About you:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage, coaching on the go
• Understanding of food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours for side activities
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like the nationwide "Wok Star"

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 guest discretion, not considered wages.