Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Luton. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team while maintaining high food quality and safety standards. You'll play a crucial role in creating a positive environment for both guests and team members. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and generous discounts, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic culinary setting. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates success!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Ensure food safety and health standards are met.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Financial Management

Culinary Skills

Education

Culinary Degree

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Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you'll 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, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Ensuring food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating 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 kitchen line and plan shifts
• Have knowledge of food safety, health and safety, and financial management
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual contributions

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and recognition programs

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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