Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team as a Senior Sous Chef in a vibrant restaurant environment. This role offers the chance to lead a passionate kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation and guest experience. You will foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere while managing financial aspects like gross profit and stock control. With industry-leading benefits, including bonuses and discounts, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a forward-thinking company that values individuality and diversity.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% discount outside work

Family-friendly policies

Free chef whites

Participation in recognition programs

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional results.
• Maintain high standards of food preparation and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Food safety standards

Financial management

Job description

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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), London

Client: wagamama

Location: London, 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 journey 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 excellent results.

What You Bring:

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Dedication to ensuring an exceptional guest experience and high standards in food preparation.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Commitment to building a coaching culture and fostering personal and professional growth within your team.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick 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 that promote support and understanding within the team.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of financial aspects like gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labor costs effectively.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000 annually.
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday 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.
• Opportunity to experience new menus first.
• Free chef whites for each shift.
• Participation in Wagampama parties and recognition programs.
• Additional benefits include pension, 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 the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.