Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. You will foster a positive work environment, maintain high food safety standards, and drive performance. The role offers a bonus scheme, free meals during shifts, and various other benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.

Share of tips.

Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.

Recognition as a nationwide wok star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing environment for team development.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, with over 165 restaurants. We are looking for 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 continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What You Will Do |

• Create a caring, listening, and celebratory environment for your team, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Wag’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.
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work.
• 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 each shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work, 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; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.