Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead a vibrant kitchen team in Nottingham. This role emphasizes individuality and diversity, fostering a supportive environment for both staff and guests. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, while also coaching and developing your team. With exciting benefits like a bonus scheme and industry-leading family-friendly policies, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced culinary setting. If you are passionate about food and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition through Wok Star program

Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience with high-quality dishes.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Communication Skills

Food Safety Standards

Financial Acumen

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Culinary Manager (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Nottingham, 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

Wagamama, with over 165 restaurants, is looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team. We celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Our mission is to nourish from bowl to 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 in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You’ll Do

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and valued, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an excellent guest experience with dishes prepared to the highest standards, either personally or through your team.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working closely with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, able to make quick decisions on your feet.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a genuine, caring approach.
• Proven ability to uphold high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen regarding kitchen performance, including GP and stock control.
• Experience managing labour costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to grow and succeed.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition through our Wok Star program
• Additional benefits: pension, holiday, training, cycle to work, discounts, gym memberships, long service awards

Additional Information

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips are voluntary, at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed or considered wages.

Note

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