Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and vibrant team as a Junior Sous Chef at a forward-thinking restaurant chain. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards while fostering a positive work environment. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits, including free meals and a family-friendly policy. If you are ready to elevate your culinary career and make a difference in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about food quality and team support.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire team members while maintaining standards.

Skills

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Labor Cost Management

Job description

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Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client: Wagamama

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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. We believe in appreciating personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama.

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.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting their team and maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach team members
• Has an understanding of food, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating success and recognizing individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest experiences
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holidays, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not considered wages.