Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in London. This full-time role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive environment. The ideal candidate will be a developing leader, ready to inspire others and manage kitchen operations effectively. Enjoy a range of perks, including flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and recognition programs. If you're eager to grow in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food during shifts

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Nationwide recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and standards.
• Expert in managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Support and motivate team to uphold high standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Safety Knowledge

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), London

Client: Wagamama

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and be part of our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll 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 excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports and motivates their team to uphold high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Understands food safety, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What We Offer:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free food during shifts and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• 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 through our nationwide 'Wok Star' program

Additional benefits include 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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, you might need a work permit. For more information, please check our Blog.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom