junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef at Wagamama in Slough. This full-time role offers a vibrant environment where you can lead and inspire your team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of employee benefits including free meals and recognition programs. Be part of a culture that values individuality and teamwork.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus a share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant individuals

Pension schemes

Holiday leave

Training opportunities

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.
• Experience in managing line and coaching team.

Responsibilities

• Support team and maintain high standards.
• Plan shifts and manage the line.
• Engage and inspire team members.

Skills

Food Safety

Team Leadership

Food Quality

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Slough, 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

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". 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 who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be passionate about food quality and standards, possess exceptional food knowledge, and use this to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Are prepared to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team on the go
• Have knowledge of food safety, health standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, 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, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages.