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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Junior Sous Chef in Basildon, where your passion for food and leadership will shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to create a positive environment for both guests and team members. You'll manage the kitchen line, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards while coaching your team to excel. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous discounts on meals. Be part of a company that values individuality and celebrates team successes, all while working in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere. This is your chance to grow in a thriving culinary environment!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off meals outside work

Full pay for expectant parents

Clean uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel.
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Coaching

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

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 our differences and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking 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 passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

What We’re Looking For

• Passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What’s In It For You

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• First to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition 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 the Disability Confident scheme.

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