Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead their dynamic kitchen team. This role offers the chance to create a positive work environment while ensuring food quality and safety standards are met. With flexible hours and a variety of benefits, including a generous bonus structure and early access to new menus, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in their culinary career. Join a team that values individuality and celebrates successes, all while delivering exceptional dining experiences to guests.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Annual Bonus Opportunity

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

Pension Scheme

Holiday Benefits

Gym Memberships

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen team and maintaining high food quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and financial management in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to achieve high standards.
• Ensure food safety and manage kitchen operations efficiently.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Shift Planning

Coaching

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and personality, with over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland. 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'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and teams. You'll be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We’re 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 food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Loves celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits include:

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% of tips go to teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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.