Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join their vibrant culinary team in Stockport. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a positive work environment. You will play a crucial role in managing kitchen operations, planning shifts, and coaching team members, all while enjoying perks like flexible hours and generous bonuses. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and make a meaningful impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips

Access to earnings before payday

Annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to experience new menus

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to maintain high food quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Kitchen Operations Management

Food Safety Standards

Stock Control

Coaching

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Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Stockport

Client: wagamama

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are looking for a Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role:

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader who is 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’re looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting and developing their team to achieve high standards
• 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

What’s in it for you:

• Weekly pay and tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for new parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.