Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in Milton Keynes, where individuality and creativity are celebrated. This role offers the opportunity to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety while fostering a positive work environment. With a focus on personal development and performance, you will drive restaurant success and create memorable dining experiences. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous discounts, all while being part of a company that values inclusivity and growth.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

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 achieve high performance.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Problem Solving

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Milton Keynes

Client: Wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

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 call it be you, be wagamama. 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, 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 excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have meaningful 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 effectively and react to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, fostering their growth and development.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and make decisions on the spot.

Wag’s in it for you:

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 a year.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year.
• 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.