Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Bath is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join their team. This role involves inspiring leadership, maintaining high culinary standards, and fostering team development. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and strong communication skills. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and extensive family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free shift meals

50% off meals for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring and supportive environment for the team.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Bath

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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 inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development to help your team excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, and equipping your team with the necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, and proactively spot opportunities for improvement.
• Build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Think quickly and solve problems proactively with a forward-thinking approach.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
• 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 the team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and make quick decisions.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free shift meals from our menu, with 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our recognition program

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.