Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated kitchen crew while ensuring the highest food quality and safety standards. With a commitment to individuality and diversity, the company provides an engaging environment where you can celebrate team successes and develop your leadership skills. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible hours, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts. If you are ready to elevate your culinary career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniforms provided

First access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach on the go.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Lead, engage, and inspire your team in food quality and standards.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Food Quality Knowledge

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, 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. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Junior Sous Chef, you will be a developing leader passionate about fostering a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with strong food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

Ideal Candidate:

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

What We Offer:

• 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 from our menu and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniforms provided for each shift
• First access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.