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

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding restaurant chain as a Junior Sous Chef, where your passion for food and team leadership will shine. In this full-time role, you'll support your team in maintaining high standards while managing kitchen operations. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a vibrant environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Be part of a culinary journey that nourishes from bowl to soul and experience the joy of working in a dynamic kitchen atmosphere.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties

National recognition

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team leadership.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and maintain high standards.
• Plan shifts and coach team members effectively.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Line Management

Financial Performance Understanding

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Safety Certification

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The Role:

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, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Understanding food, health and safety standards, and managing financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line and plan shifts
• Have knowledge of food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand financial performance
• Loved to celebrate success and recognize individual drivers

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.