Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Junior Sous Chef at an established restaurant chain. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety standards. With flexible hours and the opportunity to enjoy free meals, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values your contributions. The company promotes individuality and diversity, making it an exciting place to grow your culinary skills and celebrate successes together. If you are ready to step into a leadership role and make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for food quality and standards.
• Ability to manage and inspire a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Coach team members and maintain high standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Kitchen Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

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08.05.2025

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Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for 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 who is passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with strong food knowledge, leading and inspiring your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understand kitchen food, health, safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual 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 projects
• 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
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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 left at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.