Junior Sous Chef

About the Role

Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team in Dublin. We value individuality and celebrate differences under our philosophy “be you, be wagamama.” As a Junior Sous Chef, you will grow as a leader passionate about fostering a positive environment for guests and colleagues. You will become an expert in food quality and standards, utilizing your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Responsibilities

• Support and uplift your team, helping them perform at their best while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage, coaching team members during service.
• Ensure compliance with food, health, and safety regulations within the kitchen.
• Monitor and understand the kitchen's financial performance, including gross profit, stock management, and labor costs.
• Celebrate team achievements by recognizing individual motivations and needs.

Additional Information

• Bi-weekly pay along with a share of customer tips (tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages).
• Flexible working hours to accommodate personal commitments or side projects.
• Complimentary meals during shifts from the full menu, plus a 50% discount for friends and family off-shift.
• Access to wellness initiatives such as the cycle to work scheme and discounted gym and leisure memberships through the 'Kintsugi Wellness' program.
• Uniforms provided fresh and clean for each working shift.
• Opportunity to experience brand-new menus before launch.
• Participation in exclusive Wagamama staff parties featuring VIP guests.
• Recognition through the national 'Wok Star' program.

Note: 100% of tips collected go directly to team members; tip amounts depend on individual restaurant performance and are discretionary contributions from guests.