Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Newport is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves coaching staff, ensuring high standards of food safety, and driving restaurant performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on creating a positive working environment. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme, tips share, and discounts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Pension scheme

Holiday

Training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards, and understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruit, and develop your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

What we offer |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunities to experience new menus
• Chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and national recognition programs

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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