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

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; 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. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage kitchen operations, uphold high food safety standards, and create a positive dining experience. With a commitment to individuality and diversity, this innovative firm provides flexible hours, generous benefits, and a supportive environment. Enjoy perks like free meals, early access to new menus, and a family-friendly policy. If you're ready to elevate your culinary career and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

30% earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire team while ensuring food quality.

Skills

Food Safety

Team Management

Kitchen Financials

Food Quality Standards

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 seeking a junior sous chef to join our team and be part of our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader who is 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.

If you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• have an understanding of food safety, health standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• weekly pay and tips
• access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• flexible hours to support your side activities
• free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• wagamama parties with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.