Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits to join a renowned restaurant chain as a Junior Sous Chef in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. This role offers a chance to lead a vibrant kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you will engage with a passionate team dedicated to culinary excellence. Enjoy perks like free meals, generous parental leave, and opportunities for recognition. Be part of a company that values individuality and celebrates success, making every shift a rewarding experience.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

First to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for guests and teams.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team in food preparation.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Financial Performance

Job description

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Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 differences and appreciate personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a growing leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams, with expertise in food quality and standards, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Understand food, health and safety standards, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loved to celebrate success and recognize individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star

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 guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.