Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Shrewsbury; 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 team in Shrewsbury. This role focuses on maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a supportive and engaging environment for staff and guests. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, coach team members, and celebrate successes within the team. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and numerous perks, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for culinary professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant restaurant setting.

Benefits

Weekly pay and share of tips

Access to Wagestream

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% discount outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Recognition programs

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and team development.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the culinary team to ensure high food quality and safety standards.
• Inspire and engage team members while creating a positive environment.

Skills

Team Management

Kitchen Operations

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client: Wagamama

Location: Shrewsbury, 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 are seeking a Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Sous Chef, you will lead with passion, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety, inspiring and engaging your team, and creating a positive environment for guests and staff alike.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve excellence
• Has experience managing kitchen operations, 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 successes and recognizing individual needs

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting your team’s growth
• Have experience managing kitchen operations and team development

What’s in it for you |

• Weekly pay and share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like ‘Wok Star’

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.