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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Ipswich. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while maintaining high food quality standards. You will be responsible for managing shifts, coaching team members, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company provides a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, free meals, and participation in a nationwide recognition program. If you are eager to grow in your culinary career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms provided

Early access to new menus

Participation in recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about developing team members and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire the team to ensure food quality.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Coaching

Customer Service

Education

Culinary Degree

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Ipswich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate difference and value personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing 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.

Ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Are eager to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Have an understanding of food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual drives and needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniforms provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Participation in our nationwide recognition program, "Wok Star"

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowances, 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; they are not considered wages.