Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Southampton. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food quality and team leadership. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will create a positive environment, manage kitchen operations, and ensure high standards of food safety and quality. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible hours, and a range of exciting benefits including free meals and discounts. If you're ready to take your culinary career to the next level, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members.
• Lead and inspire the team to maintain food quality standards.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Kitchen Line Management

Stock Control

Financial Awareness

Job description

Food Quality Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client: Wagamama

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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.

Ideal Candidate:

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

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly committed to being disability confident.

*100% tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages.