Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Lincoln is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their culinary team. This role involves fostering a positive kitchen environment, ensuring high standards in food preparation, and driving team performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a commitment to inclusivity, and experience in managing kitchen operations effectively. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Recognition programs

Pension

Holidays

Training

Discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing coaching and development of the team.
• Ensure high standards in dish preparation and guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

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Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Lincoln

Client: wagamama

Location: Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, participate in recruitment, and support team development.
• Problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and adaptability.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven experience in food safety and financial management in a kitchen setting.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect in the workplace.
• Problem-solving skills and quick thinking.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant, at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus, dry-cleaned chef whites, and exclusive parties.
• Recognition programs and nationwide visibility as a Wok Star.
• Additional benefits: pension, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.