Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Manchester is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead the culinary team. This role focuses on creating a positive work environment, ensuring excellent guest experiences, and maintaining high standards in food safety and performance. Join a diverse team that values individuality and offers numerous benefits, including a bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

National recognition through 'Wok Star' program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support coaching and development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for:

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent within your team, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards, whether by your efforts or your team’s.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spotting opportunities.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

Additional qualities:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience managing kitchen standards and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team, vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition through our 'Wok Star' program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.