junior sous chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their thriving team in Bolton. This role emphasizes a commitment to food quality and team leadership, fostering a positive environment for both guests and staff. You'll manage kitchen operations, ensuring high standards while coaching your team on the go. Enjoy flexible hours, weekly pay, and a variety of perks including free shift meals and discounts. With an industry-leading family-friendly policy, this position offers a chance to grow in a diverse and inclusive culture, making it perfect for passionate culinary professionals.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP guests

Recognition through nationwide program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards.
• Ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach your team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your team with expertise and a positive environment.
• Understand financial aspects like gross profit and labour costs.

Skills

Food Safety Standards

Team Management

Stock Control

Health and Safety Standards

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Junior Sous Chef - Thriving in a Diverse and Inclusive Culture (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Junior Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland. We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to 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, with a strong focus on food quality and standards. You will lead, engage, and inspire your team with your expertise.

If you...

• Are passionate about supporting your team and maintaining high standards
• Are ready to manage the line, plan shifts, and coach your team on the go
• Understand food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Love celebrating success and recognizing individual drives

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages.