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

JR United Kingdom; Cardiff; 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 leadership will shine. You'll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to nourishing from bowl to soul, while enjoying flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of fantastic benefits. This role offers the chance to lead and inspire your team, ensuring high food standards and a positive dining experience. With generous perks like free meals, discounts, and recognition programs, this is an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. Be part of a company that celebrates individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Kitchen Financials Management

Health and Safety Standards

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish 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 have excellent food knowledge and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team while maintaining high standards
• Prepared to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enthusiastic about celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 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 such as being a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion, not considered wages.