Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Sous Chef at a renowned dining establishment. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate team, ensuring exceptional food quality and safety while fostering a positive environment. With flexible hours and a range of benefits, including a generous bonus and free meals, this position is perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic kitchen setting. Be part of a company that values individuality and celebrates team success, all while making a meaningful impact on guests' dining experiences.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Qualifications

• Expert in food quality and standards with excellent food knowledge.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations and coaching team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the culinary team to maintain high standards.
• Ensure food safety and manage kitchen financials effectively.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Food Quality Standards

Job description

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Bristol

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 value personality over perfection. We are looking for a Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with excellent food knowledge, using this 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 team members
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team success and recognizing individual drives and needs

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and share of tips
• 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
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.