Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Sous Chef to join their dynamic team in Plymouth. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented kitchen team while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. You will be pivotal in maintaining high standards of food safety and quality, ensuring an exceptional guest experience. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position encourages creativity and innovation in menu development. Join a renowned restaurant group that values individuality and diversity, and be part of a mission to nourish both body and soul.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

First to try new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to maintaining high food and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Foster a supportive environment and drive restaurant performance.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Plymouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: 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, with over 165 restaurants. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission to nourish both body and 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, driving restaurant performance, and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring:

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an excellent guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, safety standards, and understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster personal and professional growth within your team.
• Strong problem-solving skills, quick decision-making abilities.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining safety standards and managing financial performance.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage.
• Passion for creating an inclusive and respectful environment.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First to try new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs

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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant; they are discretionary and not considered wages.