Junior Sous Chef

Mollie's; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing hospitality brand in Manchester is seeking a Junior Sous Chef to join their dynamic kitchen team. This role involves supporting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, maintaining high food standards, and training team members. Candidates should have at least one year of supervisory experience, a passion for food, and the ability to work under pressure. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a vibrant and innovative company.

Benefits

Salary of £30,000 per annum

10% Tronc Scheme

Paid qualifications through Career Pathway programme

Enhanced Company leave policies

Complimentary meals and beverages

Discounted food and accommodation

Wellness programme access

Monthly rewards scheme

Birthday Reward

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year of supervisory experience in a similar position.
• Self-motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead by example.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef with managing daily kitchen activities.
• Oversee staff and aid with menu preparation.
• Ensure high food standards and operational procedures are maintained.

Skills

Food obsession

Interpersonal skills

Planning and time management

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

WE ARE MOLLIE'S

Innovatively designed by Soho House, Mollie’s is a growing family of twenty‑first century motel‑diners with big ambitions for expansion. In spirit, Mollie’s was born in America – an offspring of the classic roadside motel and drive‑in diner, a welcome stopover on a route to somewhere. We’ve borrowed the inviting red neon signs and the easy‑going vibe, the burgers, the shakes, the bottomless coffee, a dash of nostalgia, but there’s nothing old-school about Mollie’s. Expect innovative digital check‑in, EV chargers, designer rooms with a fresh Soho House look and affordable prices. Mollie’s has already been named as the ‘Best Budget Hotel’ in the Sunday Times Best Places to Stay, Best Innovator in the GQ Food & Drink Awards, and was awarded the Catey Award for Best Use of Technology.

Following the success of its first sites in Oxfordshire and Bristol, Mollie's Manchester opened its doors in late 2025. A further ten locations are already earmarked as part of the immediate expansion plan to forge a new ‘budget‑luxe’ sector in the travel and leisure industry.

Mollie’s is now looking for a Junior Sous Chef looking to build a successful career with an inventive, high growth brand at the forefront of the hospitality sector.

OUR PEOPLE

The Mollies’ team are warm, welcoming and customer focused, passionate about exceeding expectations and maintaining the highest standards of service we hold ourselves to. They are proud to work at Mollie’s and love to work collaboratively as a team to enhance the guest experience at every opportunity.

We are looking for candidates who are driven and have an eagerness to learn and build an exciting career with a fast growing, leading hospitality business.

You will be supported by state‑of‑the‑art technology instead of legacy systems so we can create a seamless and logical way of doing things from the get‑go. We want you to exceed your expectations. We will nurture your talent, encourage new skills and give you the tools to manage your future.

Mollie’s is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to Mollie’s.

REQUIREMENTS

At Mollie’s, Chefs must be food obsessed, dedicated to exceeding guest expectations, and focused on training and developing within a high performing kitchen team to achieve agreed KPIs, controls, and high standards;

You will be a dynamic team member, expected to train and develop within a team. You need to be driven, passionate about food, and have an acute attention to detail.

You will ensure that the Mollie’s high food standards and operational procedures are always maintained;

You will work closely with the Head Chef to implement new processes and initiatives, constantly creating new opportunities and recommendations to improve the business. You will support the Head Chef with managing daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, ensuring food quality and freshness, and monitoring ordering and stocking. Providing meal quality and consistency by following designated recipes.

• Minimum 1-year of supervisory experience in a similar position
• Self‑motivated team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills required
• Proven ability to lead by example
• Demonstrated superior customer service philosophy required
• Excellent planning, time management, and organisational skills
• Should be able to work and remain calm even under pressure situations, and should be able to address and resolve any relevant issues
• Should be able to work with a diverse range of people and communicate effectively
• High levels of confidence and competence are required

BENEFITS

• Salary £30,000 per annum
• 10% Tronc Scheme
• Mollie’s Career Pathway programme including Paid qualifications
• Enhanced Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave
• Company sick pay
• Hospitality Rewards (Discounts Platform)
• Celebration Day – additional day of leave after three years of service
• Complimentary meal every shift
• Unlimited free tea, coffee, and soft drinks every shift
• Discounted food and accommodation
• 24‑hour access to our wellness programme
• Discounts on GHD and Cowshed products
• Length of Service Rewards
• Monthly awards scheme
• Up to £500 refer a friend scheme
• Birthday Reward