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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Sous Chef, where you will lead a dynamic team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This role emphasizes the importance of food quality and safety, allowing you to inspire and engage your team while celebrating individual successes. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay plus tips, and a range of benefits including free meals and a family-friendly policy. Be part of a culture that values personality over perfection, and make a meaningful impact in a thriving culinary space.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant individuals

Fresh uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Expert in food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line and plan shifts for optimal coverage.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your kitchen team.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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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 in the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for our guests and teams. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts for optimal coverage, and coach the team on the go
• Understand your kitchen’s food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Love celebrating success and recognizing individual drives and needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift from our menu plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• First to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 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 program.

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