Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; 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 Leicester. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards. You will manage shifts, coach team members, and celebrate individual successes while enjoying a range of benefits, including flexible hours and discounts. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute to a culture of excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Participation in recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about team support and maintaining high kitchen standards.
• Knowledgeable in food quality and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach the team to maintain high standards.
• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Understand food safety and financial aspects.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Financial Performance Knowledge

Job description

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Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Leicester

Client: wagamama

Location: Leicester

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 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 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and coaching your team to maintain high standards
• Managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and ensuring proper coverage
• Understanding food, health, and safety standards, as well as financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about team support and high standards
• Enjoy managing shifts and coaching team members
• Have knowledge of kitchen standards and financial performance
• Value celebrating success and individual recognition

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours for side activities
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Participation in wagamama parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, training, cycle schemes, 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 at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages.