Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Shrewsbury. The role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high food standards, and fostering a positive work environment. Candidates should have experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a commitment to team development. The position offers competitive benefits and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.

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

Free shift meals from our menu.

50% off outside work meals.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Recognition programs and discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and develop kitchen team while ensuring high food standards.
• Manage financial performance including gross profit and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Shrewsbury

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and be part of our journey to nourish both body and soul.

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 ongoing coaching and development of your team, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Focus on creating a caring, listened-to environment, celebrating successes, nurturing talent, and role-modeling coaching within management.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• A proactive problem solver who can think quickly and make decisive actions.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills with genuine, considerate conversations that support your team.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, safety standards, and manage financial performance including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish and grow.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Wag’s for You:

• Bonus scheme—up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go 100% to the team, vary by restaurant, discretionary and not guaranteed).
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• First access to new menus, dry-cleaned chef whites, and exclusive events.
• Recognition programs, discounts, pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.