Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to join their vibrant culinary team in Brighton. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate group dedicated to excellence in food quality and guest experience. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you'll be instrumental in fostering team development and celebrating successes. Enjoy benefits like a generous bonus, free meals on shift, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a difference in a thriving kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties and events

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting and developing a high-performing team.
• Expert in food quality, standards, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality.
• Engage and inspire team members while managing shift planning.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Degree

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Brighton

Client: wagamama

Location: Brighton, 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 diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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, with excellent food knowledge, leading, engaging, and inspiring your team.

We'd Love to Hear From You If You:

• Are passionate about supporting and developing your team to achieve high standards
• Have experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and working with the team to coach on the go
• Support food safety, health and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs
• Enjoy celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay + share of tips (100% of tips go to team members)
• 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 for friends and family
• Family-friendly policies, including 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 through our nationwide Wok Star 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.