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

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

Job summary

Join a thriving company as a junior sous chef, where individuality is celebrated and teamwork is key. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team in a vibrant kitchen environment, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of perks including free meals and family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and team success. Embrace the chance to grow in your career while making a positive impact in a supportive and dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Share of Tips

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

26 Weeks Full Pay for Parents

Clean Uniform Provided

Wagamama Parties

Pension Schemes

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.
• Lead and inspire the team to create a positive environment.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Labour Costs Management

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 celebrating differences, we don’t conform; we celebrate individuality. 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 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, and coach the team on the go.
• Have an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Loved to celebrate success with your team and recognize individual drives and needs.

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of 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 to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Be among the first to experience our new menus.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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; tips are not considered wages.