Junior Sous Chef: Lead Shifts & Elevate Kitchen Quality

Wagamama; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay & tips

Family & friends discount 50%

Free meals on shift

Wagestream early access

Parental leave pay: 26 weeks full / 13

weeks half pay

Discounts at TRG brands

Pension

Holiday

Training

Cycle to work

Gym discounts

Long service awards

Job summary

wagamama in Cardiff is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading the shifts and kitchen team, ensuring dishes are prepared to order with consistency and pride. You will help maintain high standards of food quality and smooth operation during busy periods.

You will coach and develop the team, plan shifts for proper coverage, and contribute to cost control through gross profit awareness, stock management and efficient labour use.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and managing shifts.
• Understanding of health and safety standards in a kitchen.
• Knowledge of gross profit, stock control and labour cost.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the management team to run a vibrant, high‑performing kitchen.
• Ensure food quality and maintain strong kitchen vibes during service.
• Support and coach the team to feel seen and proud of their work.
• Nurture team growth beyond hitting targets and KPIs.
• Apply a Kaizen mindset to spot small improvements and implement them.

Skills

Lead kitchen shifts

Team coaching

Shift planning

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama in Cardiff is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading the shifts and kitchen team, ensuring dishes are prepared to order with consistency and pride. You will help maintain high standards of food quality and smooth operation during busy periods.

You will coach and develop the team, plan shifts for proper coverage, and contribute to cost control through gross profit awareness, stock management and efficient labour use.