Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a Sous Chef in Portsmouth to foster a positive environment for guests and team members. The role involves managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and supporting team development. Join a vibrant team with excellent benefits and a focus on individual growth.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing the line and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing their team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team.
• Ensure high food quality and safety standards.

Skills

Team Development

Food Safety

Stock Control

Labor Costs

Job description

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Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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 personality over perfection. 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 be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should 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 to maintain high standards
• Has experience managing the line, planning shifts, and coaching on the go
• Supports kitchen food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team success and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Biweekly pay and share of tips (100% tips go to the team)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side projects
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside 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 new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.