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

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef who thrives in a diverse and inclusive culture. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate team while maintaining high food quality standards. With a commitment to celebrating individuality, you'll manage shifts, coach your team, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals on shift, and a family-friendly policy that supports expectant parents. Join a vibrant workplace where your contributions are recognized, and be part of a journey that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Weekly Pay + Share of Tips

Access to Earnings Before Pay Day

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Discount Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Fresh Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Wagamama Parties

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line and coach on the go.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and teams.
• Inspire and engage your team in food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

junior sous chef | full time

three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. with over 165 restaurants and growing in the UK + Ireland, we are looking for a junior sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl, to soul

the role |

as a junior sous chef, you’ll be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, with expertise in food quality and standards, inspiring and engaging your team.

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
• understand food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• love celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

we’d love to hear from you

wok’s in it for you |

• weekly pay + share of tips
• access up to 30% of earnings before pay day with wagestream
• flexible hours to support side pursuits
• free food on shift from our menu + 50% outside work
• industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents get 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• fresh uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• wagamama parties with VIP guests
• nationwide recognition as a wok star

Additionally, we offer pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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*Tips are 100% for the team; they vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.