junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Junior Sous Chef at a leading restaurant in Swindon. You will lead a passionate team, ensuring high food quality and standards while supporting team members. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including discounts and recognition programs. Be part of a vibrant culture that celebrates individuality and teamwork.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about team support and high standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Understand food, health, and safety standards.
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual needs.

Skills

Team Support

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Standards

Financial Performance

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us in our mission 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 alike. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and helping others reach their potential while maintaining high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching team members on the go
• Understanding food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about team support and high standards
• Enjoy managing shifts and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance
• Love celebrating success with your team

Wagamama’s Benefits |

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages.