Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Chester is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead their culinary brigade. This full-time role focuses on creating a positive kitchen environment, ensuring food quality, and training team members. With flexible hours and a range of benefits, this position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a vibrant team.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals and 50% off meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Supports and trains team members to reach their potential.
• Manages kitchen line and plans shifts.
• Understands kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Leads a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Inspires and engages the team in food quality standards.
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety

Team Management

Coaching

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description

Position: Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role: As a sous chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, inspiring and engaging your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Supports and trains team members to reach their potential while maintaining high standards
• Manages the kitchen line, plans shifts, and coaches team members on the go
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrates team successes and recognizes individual needs

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide 'Wok Star' 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 proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our team members. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.