Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes creating a caring and inclusive atmosphere while ensuring high standards in food safety and guest experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for nurturing talent. With a focus on performance and problem-solving, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic culinary team. Enjoy perks like a bonus scheme, free food during shifts, and industry-leading family-friendly policies.

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

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Opportunity to try new menus first

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension schemes and holiday

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financials

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Head Culinary Coach (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Glasgow Central Area | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspiring 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 exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a caring and inclusive environment, nurturing talent and fostering a coaching culture.
• Are committed to providing excellent guest experiences, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Maintain high standards in food safety, health, and safety, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your head chef on recruitment and development.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, supporting and engaging your team.
• Experience in maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and motivate teams.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making ability.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to try new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP events.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure 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 guaranteed wages.