Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant chain as a Senior Sous Chef in Southampton, where you'll foster a positive team environment, ensure high standards in food preparation, and drive performance. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with team members.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client: wagamama

Location: Southampton, 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 worldwide. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish both body and 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Need to Do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, 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; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

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, capable of engaging with team members with care and consideration.
• Proven experience in maintaining hygiene and safety standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with agility and quick thinking.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant; tips are at guest discretion and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our team members. Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant.