Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and develop a talented team while ensuring exceptional food quality and safety standards. With a focus on performance and inclusivity, you'll create a positive atmosphere for both staff and guests. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a competitive bonus scheme, family-friendly policies, and the chance to experience new menus first. Join a company that values individuality and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the culinary world.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen financials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to achieve high performance.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met consistently.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Job description

Inspirational Culinary Team Leader (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, 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 committed to nourishing both body and soul. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and lead with inspiration and passion.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Experience ensuring high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to manage labour costs and react to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 a year.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips.
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, varying by restaurant. Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you may need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom