Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate Sous Chef to lead their culinary team in Woking. This exciting role involves creating a vibrant kitchen environment, ensuring food quality, and managing kitchen operations. With a focus on team development and celebrating successes, you'll enjoy flexible hours, generous bonuses, and unique perks like free shift meals and discounts. Join a company that values individuality and offers a supportive workplace where your culinary skills can shine.

Benefits

Weekly pay and tips share

Access to earnings before payday

£1000 annual bonus opportunity

Flexible hours

Free shift food

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and planning shifts.
• Strong knowledge of food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team while maintaining high standards.
• Support food safety and manage financial aspects of the kitchen.

Skills

Team Management

Food Quality Standards

Kitchen Operations

Food Safety

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Degree

Job description

Culinary Team Lead (Hiring Immediately), Woking

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Sous Chef | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team on a journey to nourish both body and soul.

The role |

As a Sous Chef, you will be a leader committed to creating a positive environment for guests and team members. You should be an expert in food quality and standards, with exceptional knowledge, using this to lead, engage, and inspire your team.

We are 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 aspects like 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 share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• £1000 annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off 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 try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer 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 our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are at guests' discretion, not guaranteed or considered wages.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is, a work permit may be required. For more information, check our Blog.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom