Junior Sous Chef - Lead Shifts, Elevate Quality & Team

wagamama ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay with tips

Staff discounts at TRG brands

Free meals on shift

Early access to earned pay (wagestream

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Discounted gym memberships

Long service awards

Job summary

wagamama Ltd is seeking a Junior Sous Chef in Oxford to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every dish meets high standards. You’ll collaborate with management to run a vibrant kitchen and maintain exceptional food quality and service.

You’ll love the role if you’re passionate about supporting your team, coaching on the go, and understanding food safety, kitchen profits, stock control and labour costs. Join us and grow with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen or shift teams in a busy restaurant environment.
• Ability to plan shifts and ensure proper cover during service.
• Understanding of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene.
• Awareness of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the management team to run a vibrant, high‑performing kitchen.
• Ensure food quality and the overall kitchen vibe remains high.
• Support and motivate the team, making them feel seen and proud.
• Nurture team development while aiming to hit targets.
• Think Kaizen mindset: spot small improvements and implement them.

Skills

Team leadership

Line management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

wagamama Ltd is seeking a Junior Sous Chef in Oxford to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every dish meets high standards. You’ll collaborate with management to run a vibrant kitchen and maintain exceptional food quality and service.

You’ll love the role if you’re passionate about supporting your team, coaching on the go, and understanding food safety, kitchen profits, stock control and labour costs. Join us and grow with the team.