Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Sous Chef in Southampton. This role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high food quality, and supporting team development. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and various benefits including bonuses and discounts.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the kitchen team to uphold food quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Development

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Culinary Brigade Leader (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client: Wagamama

Location: Southampton, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and continue our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Sous Chef, you'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, motivate, and inspire your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to uphold high standards
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

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 accommodate side projects
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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