Junior Sous Chef - Lead Shifts & Elevate the Kitchen

wagamama; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay + tips

50% off for friends & family

Free meals on shift

Early access to earned pay (Wagestream

26 weeks full pay / 13 weeks half pay—

Job summary

wagamama in Gateshead is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order and plated to the brand’s high standards. You will coach colleagues, plan shifts to ensure proper cover, uphold food safety, and manage costs while growing with a team that values quality and collaboration in a busy kitchen environment.

This role includes biweekly pay, staff meals on shift, and employee discounts as part of a supportive, disability-friendly

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing kitchen
• Ensuring food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky-high
• Helping the team feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do
• Nurturing the team to grow, not just hit targets
• Thinking with a kaizen mindset - spotting small improvements and making them happen

Job description

wagamama in Gateshead is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order and plated to the brand’s high standards. You will coach colleagues, plan shifts to ensure proper cover, uphold food safety, and manage costs while growing with a team that values quality and collaboration in a busy kitchen environment.

This role includes biweekly pay, staff meals on shift, and employee discounts as part of a supportive, disability-friendly