Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Culinary Team Lead, where individuality is celebrated and a culture of diversity thrives. In this role, you will inspire your team to achieve excellence in food quality and standards while managing kitchen operations effectively. With a commitment to nourishing both body and soul, this position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. Be part of a company that values its team and recognizes their contributions, ensuring a fulfilling work experience.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Additional benefits including pension and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen teams and ensuring food safety standards.
• Passion for supporting and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning and stock control.
• Monitor financial performance, including gross profit and labour costs.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Training and Coaching

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Dartford

Join our vibrant team at Wagamama as a Culinary Team Lead in Dartford. We celebrate individuality and prioritize personality over perfection, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're committed to nourishing both body and soul.

Role Overview

As a Culinary Team Lead, you'll be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. Your expertise in food quality and standards will inspire and engage your team, ensuring excellence in every dish.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop your team through training and coaching.
• Manage kitchen operations, including shift planning, stock control, and maintaining health and safety standards.
• Monitor financial performance, including gross profit and labour costs.
• Celebrate team successes and recognize individual contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen teams and food safety standards.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of kitchen management.
• Passion for supporting and developing team members.

Benefits

• Weekly pay and tips (100% of tips go to the team).
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free shift food and 50% discount outside of work.
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to experience new menus and participate in exclusive events.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme. Join us and be a part of our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.