Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Ein inspirierendes Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der Leidenschaft und Kreativität in die Küche bringt. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Führung eines engagierten Küchenteams und die Gewährleistung höchster Standards in der Speisezubereitung. Sie fördern eine positive Teamkultur, unterstützen die Entwicklung Ihrer Kollegen und tragen zur finanziellen Gesundheit der Küche bei. Mit attraktiven Vorteilen und einem dynamischen Arbeitsumfeld bietet diese Position die Möglichkeit, Ihre kulinarischen Fähigkeiten in einem renommierten Restaurant zu entfalten. Wenn Sie bereit sind, Ihre Karriere auf die nächste Stufe zu heben, freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm

Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Gehalts vor dem Payday

Tipps (100% geht an das Team)

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Früher Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Kostenlos gereinigte Kochkleidung

Wagamama-Partys und VIP-Events

Anerkennungsprogramme wie 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit zu gewährleisten.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer unterstützenden Umgebung und Förderung der Teamkultur.
• Sicherstellung außergewöhnlicher Gästeerlebnisse durch hohe Standards.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit und Hygiene

Finanzmanagement in der Küche

Problem-Lösungsfähigkeiten

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Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Dartford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Dartford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Designate Senior Sous Chef | Birmingham West | 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Will Do:

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

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 genuine and supportive conversations.
• Experience ensuring high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to grow and thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like '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 Disability Confident.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.