junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary brand is seeking a junior sous chef in Maidstone. This full-time position offers an opportunity to lead a team while ensuring high food quality and standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a supportive work environment. Join a vibrant team that celebrates individuality and diversity in the culinary arts.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team.

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage, and inspire team with food knowledge.
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Team Support

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

Client: wagamama

Location: maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 looking for 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, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team with your food knowledge and leadership skills.

If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards,
• are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach your team,
• understand food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs,
• enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs,

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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