Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; 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 dedicated to culinary excellence. In this role, you will foster a positive environment, ensuring that every dish meets high standards while empowering your team to grow. With industry-leading benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies, you will be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusivity. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant and supportive setting, where your leadership will shine and your culinary passion will thrive.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition as a 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication skills to support and inspire the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a kitchen team, ensuring high standards of food and safety.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Metrics Understanding

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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, valuing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and 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 ongoing coaching and development of your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

If You |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent, role modeling a coaching culture.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to high standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Have experience maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Are committed to building a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef to recruit and develop a strong team, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a proactive problem solver, capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have genuine conversations and support your team.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Experience managing labor costs and reacting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team, helping them flourish in their roles and careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• A forward-thinking, quick decision-maker.

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 discretionary)
• Free food on shift from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for every shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.