Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Nottingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a kitchen environment that celebrates diversity and individuality. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will manage kitchen operations, uphold high food quality standards, and foster a positive atmosphere for both guests and team members. With benefits like flexible hours, free meals, and a family-friendly policy, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative setting. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and growth.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Expert in food quality and standards with leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead and inspire team while ensuring food quality.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

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Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

Client: wagamama

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing our guests and community.

The role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will 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, and use this knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves to celebrate team successes and recognizes individual drives and needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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