Junior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Junior Sous Chef in Coventry, where you will lead a passionate team, ensure food quality, and create a positive environment for guests. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible hours, and various benefits including free meals and recognition programs.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunities to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting the team and maintaining high standards.
• Understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the kitchen line and plan shifts.
• Lead, engage, and inspire the team.

Skills

Food Safety

Team Management

Coaching

Job description

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Junior Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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 of nourishing both body and 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.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Have an understanding of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Love celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

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

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.

*100% of tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages by the company.