Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in the UK is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive environment, ensuring high standards of food safety, and delivering an excellent guest experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced kitchen, strong leadership qualities, and a commitment to professional growth within the team. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible earning access, and various perks.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

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

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Opportunity to try new menus first.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.

Wagamama parties and VIP events.

National recognition program – 'Wok Star'.

Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training.

Discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous coaching and development of your team.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

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12.05.2025

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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 help us nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, fostering a positive environment for both your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick 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 with a considerate and caring approach.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and health standards.
• 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 the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• National recognition program – 'Wok Star'.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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