Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, der ein inspirierender Führer ist und eine positive Umgebung für das Team schafft. In dieser spannenden Rolle fördern Sie die kontinuierliche Entwicklung Ihres Teams und tragen zur Restaurantleistung bei. Sie werden für die Einhaltung hoher Standards in der Lebensmittelzubereitung verantwortlich sein und eine Kultur des Coachings aufbauen. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich daran interessiert sind, eine inklusive und respektvolle Umgebung zu schaffen, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, Teil eines dynamischen Teams zu werden.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm bis zu £3,000/Jahr

Zugang zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Zahltag

Anteil an Trinkgeldern

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Erste Zugriffe auf neue Menüs

Reinigung der Kochjacken

Wagamama-Partys mit VIP-Gästen

Nationales Anerkennungsprogramm: 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Führung eines Küchenteams in einem schnelllebigen Umfeld.
• Fähigkeit, hohe Standards in der Lebensmittelsicherheit aufrechtzuerhalten.

Responsibilities

• Schaffung einer positiven Umgebung für das Team und die Gäste.
• Aufrechterhaltung hoher Standards in der Speisenzubereitung und Teamfähigkeiten.

Skills

Küchenleitung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittelsicherheit

Finanzmanagement in der Küche

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client: wagamama

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 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 of your team, driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What you will do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Maintain spotless food, health, and safety standards; understand financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions on your feet.

What we look for:

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

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretion, not guaranteed wages)
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition programme: '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 Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.