Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in Cardiff. This role emphasizes fostering a positive and inclusive environment while ensuring high standards of food quality and safety. As a culinary leader, you will coach and develop your team, driving performance and guest satisfaction. With a focus on financial management and operational excellence, you will play a crucial role in shaping the dining experience. Join a dynamic team that values individuality and celebrates success, offering a range of benefits including bonuses, discounts, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food during shifts

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Annual Wagamama parties

VIP guest events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a kitchen setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Financial Management

Food Safety Standards

Job description

Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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 contribute to our mission to 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 coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring, positive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to providing an excellent guest experience with dishes prepared to high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, quick decision-making, and adaptability.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported and heard.
• Proven experience in kitchen standards, financial management, and labour cost control.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to think on your feet.

Wagamama Benefits

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant, at guest's discretion).
• Free food during shifts, 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Annual Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• National recognition as a Wok Star.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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 distributed entirely to our teams and are at guest discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.