Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team. This role involves creating a supportive environment, ensuring high standards in food safety, and driving performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, effective communication skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this position offers exciting opportunities to inspire and develop your team while enjoying a range of attractive perks, including bonuses and flexible working policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Tips share

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Führung eines Küchenteams als Head Chef oder Senior Sous Chef.
• Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten und ein unterstützender Ansatz.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.

Skills

Küchenführung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Lebensmittel- und Gesundheitssicherheit

Finanzmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, 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 our team and contribute to our mission to nourish from bowl to 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

What You Need To Do |

• Create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, and empowering your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Foster a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, and supporting personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, with a focus on performance and positive behavior.
• Strong communication skills, with a caring approach that ensures your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive and develop their careers.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking problem solver, quick to adapt and make decisions.

What’s In It For You |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Tips share
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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 100% for our teams and vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.