Junior Sous Chef — Lead Shifts & Elevate the Kitchen

wagamama ltd; Horwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay

Tips share

Friends & family 50% off

Free meals on shift

Earned pay access

Parental leave pay

Brand discounts

Job summary

wagamama ltd in Horwich is looking for a junior sous chef to help lead shifts and support the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order and to the brand’s high standards. You’ll work closely with management to run a vibrant, high‑performing kitchen, keep food quality and kitchen vibes sky‑high, and coach your team to grow while thinking with a Kaizen mindset.

Along the way you’ll celebrate success with the team and contribute to a culture that values wellbeing, training, and

Qualifications

• Leading shifts and supporting the kitchen team
• Maintaining high food quality and kitchen vibes
• Coaching and developing the team
• Applying a Kaizen mindset to improve operations
• Understanding health and safety standards and cost awareness

Responsibilities

• Work closely with management to run a vibrant, high-performing kitchen
• Ensure food quality and kitchen vibes stay sky-high
• Help your team feel seen, supported and proud of what they do
• Nurture your team to grow, not just hit targets
• Think with a Kaizen mindset and drive continuous improvements

Job description

wagamama ltd in Horwich is looking for a junior sous chef to help lead shifts and support the kitchen team, ensuring every bowl is prepared to order and to the brand’s high standards. You’ll work closely with management to run a vibrant, high‑performing kitchen, keep food quality and kitchen vibes sky‑high, and coach your team to grow while thinking with a Kaizen mindset.

Along the way you’ll celebrate success with the team and contribute to a culture that values wellbeing, training, and