Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Peterborough. This role offers the chance to develop leadership skills while maintaining high food quality and safety standards. With a focus on creating a positive environment, you will engage and inspire your team, ensuring every dish meets exceptional standards. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and generous employee benefits, including free meals and discounts. Join a company that values individuality and celebrates success, making a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunities for new menu trials

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team support.
• Ready to manage shifts and coach team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team and maintain high food standards.
• Manage the line and ensure health and safety compliance.

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), Peterborough

Client: Wagamama

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 are looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will 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.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach your team
• Understand your kitchen’s food, health, safety standards, and financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating success and recognizing individual drives

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside 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
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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