junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant kitchen team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire others while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. With a commitment to individuality and diversity, the company fosters a positive work environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits, including free meals and opportunities for personal growth. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team support, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and Share of Tips

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Recognition Programs

Pension and Holiday Benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel.
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.
• Create a positive environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Leadership

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

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junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately), west london

Client: wagamama

Location: west london, 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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a junior sous chef to join our journey to 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.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel, maintaining high standards
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go
• Knowledgeable about food, health and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like being a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension, 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 to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.