Junior Sous Chef: Lead Shifts, Elevate Team & Food

wagamama; Poole; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay & tips

Staff discounts

Free meals on shift

Earned pay access via Wagestream

Parental leave pay (26 weeks full, 13?

Job summary

wagamama in Poole is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring dishes are prepared to order and maintaining high quality. You will work with the management team to keep the kitchen buzzing and ensure every plate reflects the wagamama standard.

You will coach junior staff, plan weekly shifts, and drive continuous improvements with a Kaizen mindset while upholding food safety and cost awareness. Biweekly pay, tips, and staff discounts are included.

Qualifications

• Leads and motivates the kitchen team.
• Plans shifts to ensure proper coverage and smooth service.
• Understands food safety standards and basic cost controls.
• Keeps a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Champions team development and coaching on the job.

Responsibilities

• Run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen in collaboration with the management team.
• Ensure food quality and maintain a positive kitchen atmosphere.
• Support and develop the team, recognising strengths and providing coaching.
• Plan and manage line shifts to ensure proper cover and smooth service.

Skills

Team leadership

Shift planning

Food safety basics

Cost awareness

Kaizen mindset

Job description

wagamama in Poole is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring dishes are prepared to order and maintaining high quality. You will work with the management team to keep the kitchen buzzing and ensure every plate reflects the wagamama standard.

You will coach junior staff, plan weekly shifts, and drive continuous improvements with a Kaizen mindset while upholding food safety and cost awareness. Biweekly pay, tips, and staff discounts are included.