Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary world is on the lookout for a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role emphasizes the importance of individuality and a supportive atmosphere, where team members are encouraged to thrive. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining exceptional food safety and operational standards while fostering personal and professional growth among your team. With an impressive array of benefits, including a generous bonus structure and family-friendly policies, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about culinary excellence and team leadership.

Benefits

Up to £3,000 annual bonus

Access to earnings before payday

Tips sharing

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive environment where the team feels valued.
• Maintain high standards in dish preparation and team skills development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Cambridge

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Cambridge

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 focus on personality over perfection — we call it "be you, be Wagamama." We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on 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 in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Will Do:

• Create a caring, supportive environment where your team feels valued and successes are celebrated. Promote a coaching culture within management.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills development.
• Maintain impeccable food safety, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of kitchen operations, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a strong, motivated team through effective recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Think proactively to solve problems and make quick, effective 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 with a caring, considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety, health, safety, and financial management.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing demands.

What’s In It For You:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips sharing
• Free shift meals from our menu plus a 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a "Wok Star"

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday allowance, 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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.

Note: If you do not hold a passport for the country where the vacancy is located, a work permit may be required. For more information, please check our Blog.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom