Rising Sous Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Junior Sous Chef at a well-known restaurant chain in the UK. This exciting role invites you to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while creating a positive environment. You will have the opportunity to manage shifts, celebrate team successes, and contribute to a culture of inclusivity and diversity. With flexible hours, weekly pay, and various benefits, this position offers a chance to grow in a supportive atmosphere. If you love food and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

Discounts outside of work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Opportunities to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage kitchen line and plan shifts.
• Knowledgeable in food safety and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Support team and maintain high standards in the kitchen.
• Manage shifts and coach team members effectively.
• Understand food safety and financial aspects.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 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 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
• Understanding food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team 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 performance
• Enjoy celebrating success 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 discounts outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities to try new menus and participate in company events
• Recognition programs and additional benefits such as pension, holiday, training, discounts, and awards

Be you, be Wagamama:

Wagamama is committed to diversity and inclusion, proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are distributed to team members and vary by location. Tips are voluntary and at guests' discretion, not considered wages.