Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join wagamama as a Sous Chef in Dartford, where you will lead a passionate team to deliver high food quality and standards. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay with tips, and a range of benefits including a £1000 annual bonus opportunity. Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment that values personality over perfection.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% discount outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Uniform provided

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing the kitchen line and planning shifts.
• Knowledgeable about food safety and financial aspects.

Responsibilities

• Lead with passion, creating a positive environment for guests and team members.
• Support team through training and development.

Skills

Food Quality

Team Leadership

Food Safety

Stock Control

Job description

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Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately), Dartford

Client: wagamama

Location: Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At wagamama, with over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be wagamama. We are looking for a sous chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a sous chef, you will lead with passion, creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, inspiring and engaging your team.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about supporting your team through training and development, maintaining high standards
• Experienced in managing the kitchen line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift food and 50% discount outside of work
• 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 try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

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 proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

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