Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead their culinary team in Bournemouth. This role offers the opportunity to create a positive environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. With a focus on team development and operational excellence, you'll enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of perks, including a generous annual bonus and family-friendly policies. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment and are eager to celebrate team successes, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing the team.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations

Financial Management

Job description

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 our team and continue our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who cares about creating a positive environment for our guests and team. You will be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Passionate about supporting and developing your team to maintain high standards.
• Experienced in managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members.
• Knowledgeable about food safety, health and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs.

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition 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 proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our team members. The amount varies by restaurant and tips are discretionary and not guaranteed.