Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Gastronomieunternehmen sucht einen Senior Sous Chef, um ein inspirierendes Küchenumfeld zu schaffen und die Teamleistung zu fördern. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Gewährleistung von Lebensmittelsicherheit und die Unterstützung Ihres Teams, um herausragende Gästeerlebnisse zu bieten. Mit einem Fokus auf Coaching und Entwicklung werden Sie die Leistung der Restaurantküche vorantreiben. Profitieren Sie von einem attraktiven Bonusprogramm und zahlreichen zusätzlichen Vorteilen, während Sie in einem dynamischen und unterstützenden Umfeld arbeiten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Gastronomie haben und ein Team inspirieren möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit.

Benefits

Bonusprogramm

Zugang zu bis zu 30% des Einkommens vor dem Payday

Anteil an Trinkgeldern

Kostenloses Essen während der Schicht

50% Rabatt außerhalb der Arbeit

Familienfreundliche Richtlinien

Frühzeitiger Zugang zu neuen Menüs

Reinigungsservice für Kochkleidung

Wagamama-Partys

Nationale Anerkennung als 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Leitung eines Küchenteams als Küchenchef oder Senior Sous Chef.
• Verpflichtung zur Schaffung einer inklusiven und respektvollen Umgebung.

Responsibilities

• Führen und inspirieren Sie Ihr Küchenteam zur Erreichung hervorragender Ergebnisse.
• Sicherstellen, dass die Küche den Lebensmittelsicherheitsstandards entspricht.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittel- und Gesundheitssicherheit

Finanzielle Leistungsbewertung

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), London

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to 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 while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with dishes prepared to exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Ensure your kitchen adheres to food, health, and safety standards, and understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions and think on your feet.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful conversations and support your team.
• Proven experience maintaining high standards in food, health, and safety.
• Understanding of financial performance including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive in their roles.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick, effective decisions.

What’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go 100% to our teams, varying by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages; 100% of tips go to our teams.