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

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive environment. With flexible hours and numerous benefits, including free meals and generous parental leave, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the culinary field. Join a company that values individuality and teamwork, where your contributions will be recognized and celebrated.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Tips Sharing

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

Parental Leave Benefits

Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Recognition Programs

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team while maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen shifts and plan staffing effectively.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Safety Knowledge

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

Job Title: 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 contribute to our mission of nourishing from bowl to soul.

Role Overview

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.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team while maintaining high standards.
• Prepared to manage kitchen shifts, plan staffing, and coach team members.
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs.

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to accommodate side activities
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowance, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Equal Opportunity

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages.