Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in Nottingham. This full-time role emphasizes individuality and diversity, focusing on nurturing both staff and guests. The ideal candidate will drive performance in a fast-paced environment while ensuring food safety and financial standards are met. With a commitment to team development, this position offers a dynamic atmosphere where creativity and leadership thrive. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, making this an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

National recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to foster team support.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Coach and develop team members to drive restaurant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

Client: wagamama

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

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, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team, committed to nourishing both body and soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be a leader, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. Your role includes coaching, developing your team, and driving restaurant performance to achieve excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, fostering a supportive team atmosphere
• Knowledge of food safety, health standards, and financial aspects like gross profit, stock, and labour costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture, recruiting and developing team members
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Share of tips (tips go directly to team members)
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition programs like '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.

*Tips are distributed at guests' discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not considered wages.