Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef, where your leadership will inspire and nurture talent within a vibrant kitchen environment. This role emphasizes maintaining high food safety standards, managing costs, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a focus on inclusivity and personal development, you'll also enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Be part of a forward-thinking company that celebrates individuality and diversity, while making a significant impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% off outside work for friends and family

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

First access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food and safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Do

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless 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, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing 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, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine care and consideration.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (note: tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food during shifts, 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• National recognition through our Wok Star program.

Additional perks include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure 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 teams; tips are discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.