Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive team as a Senior Sous Chef at an exciting new opening. This role invites you to lead a kitchen team in a vibrant atmosphere where your leadership and culinary skills will shine. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while driving performance and fostering a supportive environment. With a focus on diversity and respect, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a renowned restaurant chain. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous discounts, while being part of a company that values personality over perfection.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension and holiday benefits

Gym memberships and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication skills to support team engagement.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

Inspirational Culinary Leader (Hiring Immediately), Cheltenham

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Cheltenham

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

Be part of our exciting new opening!

At Wagamama, with over three decades of acting differently, we celebrate diversity. We 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’ll 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 outstanding results.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance through positive behavior in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make 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 our teams; amounts vary by restaurant).
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience our new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide "Wok Star" through our program.
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, long service awards.

Additional Information

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme. Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant.

Note: If you do not hold a passport for the country of the vacancy, a work permit may be required. Please do not include bank or payment details when applying. All applications should be submitted via the "Apply now" button.

Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom.