Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Bolton. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences while maintaining high food safety and quality standards. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will foster a positive environment, support team development, and drive restaurant performance. With competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for a passionate culinary professional eager to make a significant impact in a vibrant setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food for friends and family

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and events

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a dynamic kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to support team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen team to achieve high performance.
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are met consistently.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Education

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, 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 | 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 help us nourish both body and 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 of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience in maintaining safety standards and managing financial performance related to gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Ability to think proactively and solve problems efficiently.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annual bonus opportunity.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go solely to team members, varying by restaurant).
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family.
• 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 each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national program.

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.

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