Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Norwich is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves maintaining high standards in food preparation, fostering a supportive environment, and driving restaurant performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar leadership role and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Tips share

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

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

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension scheme

Training

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in food preparation and team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Norwich

Client: Wagamama

Location: Norwich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 committed to nourishing both body and soul. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team on our journey to excellence.

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 coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a caring, supportive environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and team development.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial metrics such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop your team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free food on shift 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 new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

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