Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in High Wycombe. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to maintaining high food quality and safety standards. You will have the opportunity to develop your team while enjoying flexible hours and a range of benefits, including a generous annual bonus and family-friendly policies. Join a vibrant team that values individuality and celebrates success together!

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or similar role in a busy kitchen.
• Strong understanding of food quality, safety, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, engage, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food.
• Manage kitchen operations, ensuring food safety and financial efficiency.

Skills

Team Leadership

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Management

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Food Hygiene Certification

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Point of Sale Systems

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), High Wycombe

Client: wagamama

Location: High Wycombe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: 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 our journey of nourishing from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader passionate about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. 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:

• Supports and develops their team to maintain high standards
• Manages the kitchen line, plans shifts, and coaches team members
• Ensures food safety, health, and safety standards, and understands financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Celebrates team success and recognizes individual needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay and tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours
• Free shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Opportunity to experience new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are discretionary, not guaranteed wages.