Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Stockport. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring food quality and safety standards are met while fostering a positive work environment. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a variety of perks including free meals and discounts. With a commitment to diversity and individuality, this company provides an exciting opportunity to grow your culinary skills and be recognized as a vital part of the team. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and love to inspire others, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Manage the line and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Labour Cost Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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Assistant Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Stockport

Client: wagamama

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

Key qualities we look for:

• Passion for supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Willingness to manage the line and plan shifts to ensure proper coverage, coaching the team on the go
• Understanding of food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Ability to celebrate success and recognize individual needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages.