junior sous chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a thriving team as a Junior Sous Chef, where your passion for food and leadership will shine. This role offers the chance to manage a dynamic kitchen environment, ensuring high standards and quality. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values personality and teamwork. Enjoy flexible hours, industry-leading family-friendly policies, and a range of benefits, including free meals and discounts. If you're ready to inspire others and celebrate success, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Experience new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team in a positive environment.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Costs Management

Team Support

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Junior Sous Chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), Aberdeen

Client: wagamama

Location: Aberdeen

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and help 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 team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

About You

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

What We Offer

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our nationwide Wok Star program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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