Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in Liverpool, where your leadership will inspire and nurture talent. In this role, you'll create an exceptional guest experience while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on continuous development and a commitment to inclusivity, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, discounts, and recognition for your contributions. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips (100% goes to teams)

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Drive restaurant performance and ensure exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem Solving

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Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: wagamama

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure exceptional results.

What You’ll Do:

• Create 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 dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine, caring conversations.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of financial performance, including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• A proactive problem solver.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% goes to teams)
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites for each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a wok star

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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