junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef in Lincoln, where you will inspire and lead a passionate kitchen team. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment focused on personal and team success. With Wagamama, you'll be part of a culture that values individuality and teamwork, ensuring a fulfilling career in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage kitchen line and coach team members.
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen team and ensure food quality standards.
• Plan shifts and manage kitchen operations.
• Celebrate team success and recognize individual needs.

Skills

Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Support

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection. We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team as part of 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, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

About You |

• You are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards.
• You are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go.
• You have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and are familiar with financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• You love celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs.

What We Offer |

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% of tips go to the team; tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion).
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• 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.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.