Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary sector is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant team in Guildford. This role involves leading kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality, and fostering a supportive environment for staff. With a commitment to individuality and diversity, the company offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and unique benefits such as a generous annual bonus and family-friendly policies. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen and are eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

New menu experiences

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Passionate about supporting and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team ensuring high standards of food quality.
• Inspire and engage team members while maintaining a positive environment.

Skills

Team Management

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Operations

Financial Performance Understanding

Job description

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Guildford, 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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Sous Chef, you'll lead with passion, ensuring high standards of food quality and creating a positive environment for guests and team members alike. Your expertise will inspire and engage your team.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team, maintaining high standards.
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members.
• Supports food safety, health and safety standards, and understands financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Enjoys celebrating team successes and recognizing individual needs.

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and a share of tips (100% tips go to our teams).
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream.
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• 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 left at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. All tips go directly to our team members.