Aspiring Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire
Client: Wagamama
Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 5
Posted: 12.05.2025
Expiry Date: 26.06.2025
Job Description:
Junior Sous Chef | Full time
At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama. We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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 alike. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.
About You
* You are passionate about supporting your team and helping others excel while maintaining high standards.
* You are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and enjoy working with and coaching your team.
* You understand kitchen food, health and safety standards, and have knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
* You love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs.
What’s In It For You
* Weekly pay and a share of tips
* Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
* Flexible hours to support your side hustle
* Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
* Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
* Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
* Be the first to try our new menus
* Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
* Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our program
Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday pay, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure 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 left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.
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