Junior Sous Chef: Lead Shifts & Grow a Dynamic Kitchen

wagamama; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay

Tips share

Meal discounts

Free meals on shift

Early wage access

Parental leave pay

Brand discount

Job summary

wagamama is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is something to be proud of. you’ll help maintain high standards, quality and speed in a busy, fresh-food environment.

you’ll work closely with the management team, plan shifts, coach teammates, and nurture growth while upholding food safety, cost awareness and a Kaizen mindset to improve every day.

Responsibilities

• working closely with the rest of the management team to run a vibrant and high-performing kitchen
• making sure food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky-high
• helping your team feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do
• nurturing your team to grow, not just hit targets
• thinking with a kaizen mindset - constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen

Job description

wagamama is seeking a junior sous chef to support leading shifts and the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is something to be proud of. you’ll help maintain high standards, quality and speed in a busy, fresh-food environment.

you’ll work closely with the management team, plan shifts, coach teammates, and nurture growth while upholding food safety, cost awareness and a Kaizen mindset to improve every day.