Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Manchester seeks a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves coaching, maintaining high food standards, and ensuring excellent guest experiences. Join a dynamic environment with a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Uniforms provided

Pension

Holiday

Training and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills to engage and support the team.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Coach and develop team to excel in performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Financial Acumen

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Manchester, 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 us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• A focus on creating a positive, caring environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring all dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• A proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

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 an ability to engage with and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance metrics.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Wagamama’s Benefits

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year.
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (at guest’s discretion).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus.
• Uniforms provided.
• Wagamama parties and nationwide recognition programs.
• Pension, holiday, training, discounts, and awards.

We are proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.