Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Chesterfield is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a kitchen team. The role involves inspiring leadership, maintaining food safety standards, and driving restaurant performance. Join a dynamic team that values individuality and diversity, with numerous benefits including a bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before pay day via Wagestream

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Provided chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of kitchen financials including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Support and coach your team to excel and drive performance.
• Create a positive environment for team and guests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Chesterfield

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

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 looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help us nourish both body and soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support and coach your team to excel, 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 a caring and considerate approach
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and support personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access to earnings before pay day via Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Provided chef whites
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are distributed at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages.