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

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly expanding restaurant chain as a Junior Sous Chef in Woking! This exciting role offers the chance to lead a team while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible hours, and free meals during shifts. Be part of a vibrant workplace that celebrates individuality and teamwork. With industry-leading family-friendly policies and various perks, this is an opportunity to grow your culinary career in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about food and people, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

30% earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

New menu trials

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Financial Performance Knowledge

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Woking, 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, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish the body and soul.

The Role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader who cares 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 on the go
• Understands food, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects of running a kitchen
• Love celebrating success with your team and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.