Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire kitchen staff while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. You'll manage kitchen operations, celebrate team successes, and contribute to a positive work environment. With flexible hours and a variety of benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and team collaboration. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and take the next step in your culinary career!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Participation in company events

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support team and maintain high standards in the kitchen.
• Manage the line and plan shifts for proper coverage.
• Understand food safety and financial aspects.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Standards

Financial Performance Knowledge

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Posted:

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 seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Managing the line and planning shifts to ensure proper coverage
• Understanding food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line and coach team members
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and discounts outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including extended paid leave
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus
• Participation in company events and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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*Tips are distributed to team members; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion, not considered wages.