Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in Newport, where you'll inspire and lead a passionate kitchen staff. This role emphasizes nurturing talent, maintaining high food safety standards, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. You'll enjoy a dynamic environment that celebrates individuality and diversity, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Benefit from a competitive bonus scheme, flexible earning options, and a host of family-friendly policies. If you are a proactive leader with a commitment to inclusivity, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Opportunity to experience new menus first

Provided chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and nurture talent within your team.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team performance.
• Manage food safety and financial aspects effectively.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Newport

Client: wagamama

Location: Newport, 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 contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

Responsibilities Include:

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards; understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a coaching culture, recruiting, and developing your team, and fostering personal and professional growth.
• Solving problems proactively and making quick, effective decisions.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring and considerate approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including extended paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Provided chef whites
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed to teams; amounts vary and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.