Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Northampton, where you'll inspire your team and ensure high standards in food preparation. This role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for personal growth while maintaining food safety and financial management.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings pre-payday via Wagestream.

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

National recognition as a Wok Star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Understand kitchen financials including GP and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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 contribute to our mission to 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 ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You Will Do |

• Foster a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards and understand the financial aspects of the kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, collaborating with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and 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 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings pre-payday via Wagestream.
• Tips share.
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.