Junior sous chef | full time
at wagamama, food is life. our kitchens are all about fresh food, prioritising good ingredients and serving dishes that are made to order every time. as a junior sous chef, you’ll support leading the shifts, and the kitchen team while making sure every bowl is something to be proud of
Responsibilities
* Working closely with the rest of the management team to run a vibrant and high‑performing kitchen
* Making sure food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky‑high
* Helping your team feel seen, supported, and proud of what they do
* Nurturing your team to grow, not just hit targets
* Thinking with a Kaizen mindset – constantly spotting the little ways we can do things better, then making them happen
Qualifications
* Passionate about supporting your team and helping others be the best they can be and maintaining high standards
* Ready to manage the line, planning shifts to make sure we have the right cover, and love working with the team and coaching on the go
* Understand your kitchen’s food, health and safety standards, with comprehension of the financial performance of a kitchen including gross profit, stock control and labour cost
* Love to celebrate success with your team, recognising what drives individuals and their needs
Benefits
* A culture that backs your growth, wellbeing and individuality
* Biweekly pay and a share of tips
* 50% off for friends and family
* Free meals on shift
* Early access to earned pay with Wagestream
* 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for new parents
* 30% off at other TRG brands (Brunning & Price pubs, Barburrito + more)
* Usual benefits such as pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships and long service awards
Apply today and take a seat at the bench
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