junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Junior Sous Chef in Stoke-on-Trent, where you'll lead a team, maintain high food quality standards, and create a positive dining experience. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and various benefits, including discounts and recognition programs.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Training

Discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.
• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

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junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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, 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 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, with expertise in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Requirements |

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Willing to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards, financial performance, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to celebrate success and recognize individual drives and needs

What We Offer |

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus and attend exclusive parties
• Recognition programs and nationwide visibility

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

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

*Tips are 100% for the team and vary by restaurant; they are guest discretionary and not considered wages.