Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Sous Chef to lead a passionate kitchen team. This role involves fostering a positive work culture, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining high food safety standards. You'll be responsible for driving performance, nurturing talent, and making quick decisions in a fast-paced environment. With industry-leading policies and a focus on inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive setting. Join a team that celebrates individuality and diversity while delivering delicious culinary experiences.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings via Wagestream

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Paid parental leave

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition as a Wok Star

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment and ensure high standards in food preparation.
• Drive restaurant performance and maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

Problem-Solving Skills

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Lead Culinary Supervisor (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, 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:

Senior Sous Chef | 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

Responsibilities include |

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintaining spotless food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Building a strong, developing team through recruitment and ongoing growth initiatives.
• Being a proactive problem solver, making quick, effective decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with team members thoughtfully.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to excel.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills with agility and decisiveness.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream before payday
• Tips share
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies including paid parental leave
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• 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 proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.