junior sous chef - Rapidly expanding restaurant chain (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a rapidly expanding restaurant chain, where individuality is celebrated and personality is valued. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will lead a dynamic kitchen team, ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. This role offers the chance to inspire and engage your team while managing kitchen operations effectively. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and numerous benefits that support work-life balance. Join a company committed to diversity and excellence, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunities for exclusive events

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and kitchen management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Maintain high standards in food safety and financial performance.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

Job Title: Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

Wagamama, a rapidly expanding restaurant chain with over 165 locations in the UK and Ireland, is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team in Bedford. We celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection, embracing diversity and difference.

Job Details:

• Client: Wagamama
• Location: Bedford, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU Work Permit Required: Yes
• Job Views: 3
• Posted On: 08.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team. Your responsibilities include supporting your team, managing the line, planning shifts, and maintaining high standards in food safety, health, safety, and financial performance.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects of kitchen management
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities to experience new menus and participate in exclusive events
• Recognition programs and nationwide visibility
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards

Wagamama is committed to diversity and is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme. All tips are given directly to team members and vary by restaurant; tips are discretionary and not considered wages.