Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their culinary team in Manchester. This exciting role involves leading a dynamic kitchen environment, ensuring food quality, and supporting team development. With a focus on high standards and a positive atmosphere, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Enjoy flexible hours, a competitive salary, and a range of benefits including an annual bonus and free meals. If you thrive in a vibrant team setting and are eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off outside work meals

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the culinary team to maintain high standards.
• Support food, health, and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Health and Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

Job description

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. 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 who cares about creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, using your knowledge 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, health and safety standards, and understands kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Loves celebrating team success and recognizes 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 interests
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 100% for the team; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.