Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Swindon is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves coaching, maintaining high standards, and driving performance in a dynamic environment. Join Wagamama to contribute to their mission of nourishing from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing coaching and development, driving restaurant performance.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Creative Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, 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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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 ongoing coaching and development, 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.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Capability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• 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 policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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