Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an inspirational culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in a vibrant environment that celebrates individuality and diversity. This role offers an opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while driving performance in a fast-paced setting. Enjoy a range of perks including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and a commitment to family-friendly policies. If you are a proactive leader with a dedication to nurturing talent and creating an inclusive atmosphere, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free shift food

50% off outside work meals

26 weeks full pay for parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension schemes and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food and safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain food safety standards and manage kitchen financials.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

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Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and continue our journey 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 ongoing coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring, listening environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Are dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards and your team is well-equipped.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand kitchen financials including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Prioritize building a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, quick thinker, and decisive.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with genuine care and consideration.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expecting or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; they vary per restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.