junior sous chef - Rapidly expanding restaurant chain (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a rapidly expanding restaurant chain seeking a junior sous chef to join their vibrant team in Manchester. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, where you will lead a kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on team development and celebrating successes, you will enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a supportive work environment. Join a company that values its employees and offers industry-leading benefits, including family-friendly policies and recognition programs. If you're passionate about the culinary arts and team leadership, this is the perfect chance to grow your career.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Paid parental leave

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and developing team members.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of financial aspects like stock control.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen line and plan shifts effectively.
• Lead and inspire team members in a positive environment.
• Ensure high food quality and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Food quality standards

Team management

Food safety standards

Financial knowledge (gross profit, stock control)

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junior sous chef - Rapidly expanding restaurant chain (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 and contribute to our mission to nourish 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.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team while maintaining high standards
• Is ready to manage the kitchen line, plan shifts, and coach team members on the go
• Understands food safety, health and safety standards, and has knowledge of financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

What we offer:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages.