Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in a fast-paced environment. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, fostering a positive atmosphere for both staff and guests. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for food safety, and the ability to manage kitchen financials effectively. With an industry-leading family-friendly policy and a range of exciting benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive and inclusive culinary environment. If you're ready to make a difference and inspire others, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as Wok Star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills to support and engage the team.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver outstanding results.
• Maintain high standards of food, health, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Problem-Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Doncaster

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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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. We value personality over perfection — be yourself, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and help 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 continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations, ensuring your team feels heard and supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth and development.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions.

Benefits |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (100% of tips go to teams; tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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.