Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Sous Chef, where you will lead a passionate team in a vibrant kitchen environment. This exciting role offers the opportunity to manage shifts, maintain high food standards, and inspire your colleagues. Enjoy flexible hours, industry-leading family-friendly policies, and a range of perks including free meals and discounts. With a commitment to celebrating individuality and diversity, this position promises to nourish both body and soul while providing a pathway to grow your culinary career.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team.
• Ensure food quality and health standards are met.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Coaching

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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08.05.2025

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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 on a journey 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 our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

To be successful, you should:

• Be passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Be ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach the team
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and the financial aspects of running a kitchen
• Enjoy celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you...

• Are passionate about teamwork and high standards
• Are proactive in managing shifts and coaching
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift food and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

We are proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.