junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef at a leading restaurant in Exeter. You will lead and inspire your team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various benefits including free meals and discounts. Be part of a company that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Participation in events and recognition programs

Pension

Training and discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety, health standards, and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach your team to maintain high standards.
• Manage the kitchen line, planning shifts for optimal coverage.
• Ensure food safety, health, and safety standards are met.

Skills

Food Safety

Team Management

Coaching

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Exeter, 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 looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team, helping 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. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and coaching your team to maintain high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts for optimal coverage
• Ensuring food safety, health, and safety standards are met
• Understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Enjoy managing shifts and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of food safety, health standards, and kitchen financials
• Celebrate success and recognize individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus
• Participation in events and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, discounts, and awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

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

*All tips go to our team members. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not considered wages.