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

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 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. In this full-time role, you will create a positive environment for both guests and team members, ensuring high food quality and safety standards. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. This innovative company values individuality and diversity, offering numerous perks including recognition programs and early access to new menus. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food During Shifts

50% Off Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Recognition Programs

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about maintaining high standards and supporting team members.
• Understanding of food safety and financial aspects like stock control.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team while managing the line and planning shifts.
• Ensure food quality and standards are met while coaching team members.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Financial Awareness

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Junior Sous Chef - Rapidly Expanding Restaurant Chain (Hiring Immediately), Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

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 looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on 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 alike. 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 team members and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team on the go
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay and a share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading 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 with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include 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.