Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a dynamic kitchen team in Belfast. This role emphasizes creating a nurturing environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and guest experience. You will be responsible for coaching team members, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining financial metrics. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting. Join a company that values individuality and diversity, and enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme and generous discounts.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Performance Understanding

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Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Belfast

Client: wagamama

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow Central Area | 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 help us nourish 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• A proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

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, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Experience in maintaining standards and understanding financial metrics of a kitchen.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What’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 of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

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

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*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages.