About the role
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
what you’ll be doing
- 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
you’ll love this role if you...
- are passionate about supporting your team and helping others be the best they can be and maintaining high standards
- are 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
what you’ll get
- 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)
in addition to this, we offer the 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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