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

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding restaurant chain as a Junior Sous Chef, where individuality is celebrated and personality takes precedence over perfection. In this full-time role, you will lead a passionate team dedicated to food quality and guest satisfaction. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes your growth. With industry-leading family-friendly policies and numerous benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic kitchen setting. Become part of a culture that values your contributions and recognizes your successes.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms for each shift

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team support.
• Knowledgeable in health standards and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high standards.
• Manage shifts and coach team members effectively.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: wagamama

Location: wakefield, 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

wagamama, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, is looking for a junior sous chef to join our team. We celebrate individuality and prioritize personality over perfection, fostering a unique culture where everyone can be themselves.

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.

Ideal Candidate:

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

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Fresh uniforms for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.

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