Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Lincoln seeks a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive environment, coaching team members, and ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. With a focus on personal growth and restaurant performance, this position offers various benefits, including a bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift, 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programs and nationwide exposure

Pension scheme

Holiday

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead kitchen team to achieve performance.
• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Lincoln

Client: wagamama

Location: Lincoln, 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 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 of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

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 caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported
• Knowledge of food safety, health and safety standards
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift, 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs and nationwide exposure

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.