junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Manchester. This exciting role involves leading a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and safety standards, and creating a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff. With a focus on team development and individual growth, you'll enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits, including free meals and discounts. If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and make a real impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team while maintaining high standards.
• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts for coverage.
• Understand food safety and kitchen financials.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Management

Kitchen Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

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junior sous chef - Dynamic, Nonconformist Cuisine Experience (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and developing your team while maintaining high standards
• Managing the kitchen line and planning shifts to ensure proper coverage
• Understanding food safety, health and safety standards, and kitchen financials including 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 supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage and coach on the go
• Have knowledge of food safety, health and safety, and kitchen financials
• Enjoy celebrating team achievements and individual growth

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips sharing
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 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 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.

*Tips are 100% distributed to our teams; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion, not considered wages.