Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team in Coventry. This role offers the opportunity to inspire and develop your team while driving performance in a vibrant restaurant environment. You will be responsible for maintaining high food safety standards and managing kitchen finances effectively. With a strong focus on individuality and diversity, this company provides a supportive culture that values your contributions. Enjoy a range of perks, including a bonus scheme, free meals, and family-friendly policies, while being part of a renowned culinary journey.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and health standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the kitchen team to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and financial standards.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards Knowledge

Financial Management

Coaching Culture Development

Problem-Solving Skills

Job description

Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Coventry

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

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 on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to reach their potential while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, capable of having considerate and supportive conversations.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build and nurture a coaching culture within the team.
• Problem-solving skills with quick decision-making abilities.

What’s In It for You:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion).
• Free food on shift from our menu, with 50% off outside of work.
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided with each shift.
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events.
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program.

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips are left at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country where the vacancy is located, a work permit may be required. For more info, check our Blog.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom