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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their rapidly expanding restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you'll enjoy free meals during shifts and generous discounts. This position not only values your culinary skills but also celebrates individuality and teamwork. If you're passionate about food and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to grow and thrive in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Flexible hours

Uniform provided

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Recognition programs

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead and inspire the team to maintain high food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labor Costs Management

Job description

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

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understands food, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoys celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work 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 team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom