Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to develop leadership skills while ensuring high food quality and safety standards. You'll be responsible for managing shifts, coaching team members, and creating a positive environment for both guests and staff. With flexible hours, weekly pay plus tips, and a range of additional benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about the culinary arts and team success. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in the kitchen.

Benefits

Weekly pay plus tips

30% earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 from bowl to 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, motivate, and inspire your team.

if you...

• are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• are prepared to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• understand food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• enjoy celebrating success 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 your side activities
• free shift food and 50% discount outside of work
• industry-leading family-friendly policy with paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• uniform provided for each shift
• early access to new menus
• wagamama parties with VIP guests
• national recognition as a wok star

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

be you, be wagamama

wagamama is a proud Disability Confident employer.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.