junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a junior sous chef at a leading restaurant chain in Shrewsbury. You'll lead kitchen operations, inspire your team, and maintain high food quality standards. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible hours, and a range of industry-leading benefits.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing their team.
• Understanding of food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts.
• Coach team members on the go.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety

Stock Control

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing 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, maintaining high standards of food quality, and inspiring your team through your expertise and engagement.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team while upholding high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Has an understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, 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; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion, not considered wages.