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

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

Job summary

Join an innovative and rapidly expanding restaurant chain as a Junior Sous Chef. This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic team that values individuality and diversity. You will lead a kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety while creating a positive environment for both guests and staff. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts on meals. With a strong focus on team success and recognition, this position is perfect for those passionate about the culinary arts and team leadership. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive and vibrant workplace.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

First access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel.
• Good understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire your team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labor Costs Management

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

worcester, 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

We are a dynamic and growing restaurant chain with over 165 locations across the UK and Ireland, celebrating individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be wagamama. We are seeking a junior sous chef to join us on our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a junior sous chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and staff alike. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Are prepared to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Have a good understanding of food safety, health standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drivers and needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of 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 of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• First access to our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer 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.

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