Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; 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 Maidstone. This role offers the chance to contribute to a vibrant culinary environment, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. As a Senior Sous Chef, you will inspire your team, ensuring high standards in food safety and quality while managing kitchen financials. With a strong focus on coaching and professional growth, you will play a key role in driving performance and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and offers a range of benefits, including a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies

New menu experiences

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Kitchen Financial Management

Coaching and Development

Problem-Solving

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Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Maidstone

Client: Wagamama

Location: Maidstone, 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 seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to 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 ongoing coaching and development, driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with your team with care and consideration
• Excellent standards in food, health, and safety
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture and foster professional growth
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities

What We Offer:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 per year
• 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% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Opportunities to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday allowances, training, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are distributed to the team; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not guaranteed wages.