Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Preston is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. This role involves maintaining high food standards, coaching team members, and ensuring excellent guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a passion for creating an inclusive environment. Join a vibrant team and enjoy various perks including bonuses and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Pension scheme and holiday

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to 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 excellent results.

What you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, able to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards of food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and respond to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow in their roles.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000/year
• 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 policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure 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 and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.