junior sous chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Woking. This role focuses on food quality, team management, and maintaining high standards in a vibrant kitchen environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about culinary excellence and team success. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

New uniforms provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food, health, safety standards, and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Quality

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

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Junior Sous Chef - Innovative Culinary Culture (Hiring Immediately), Woking

Client: Wagamama

Location: Woking, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama". We are looking for 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 our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Ideal candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team on the go
• Knowledgeable about food, health, safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• New uniforms provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star" through our program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, 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 and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.