Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Sous Chef, where you will lead a dynamic kitchen team in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role is perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about food safety and guest satisfaction. You will foster a positive culture, drive performance, and inspire your team to achieve excellence. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme, generous discounts, and family-friendly policies. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP guest events

Long service awards

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment and nurture talent within your team.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience by maintaining high food standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food Safety

Stock Management

Problem Solving

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Head Culinary Development Chef (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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 looking for 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Managing kitchen standards related to food, health, safety, and financial performance, including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Being a proactive problem solver, making quick and effective decisions.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring and considerate approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Experience in managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick decisions.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings via Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips go directly to the team).
• Free food on shift and 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'.

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

Be you, be Wagamama.

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are entirely at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to the team, and actual tips may vary by restaurant.