Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; 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 Leicester. This exciting role involves inspiring your team, maintaining high food safety standards, and managing kitchen financials. With a focus on creating an inclusive environment, you will drive performance and ensure every guest experience is exceptional. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, early access to new menus, and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and team development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem-Solving Skills

Job description

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Leicester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leicester

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and personality over perfection. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational 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 outstanding results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
• 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 react to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and they belong.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 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
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.