Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Bedford is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive environment, ensuring high food standards, and supporting team development. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, along with financial acumen in managing kitchen costs. Join a dynamic team and enjoy various benefits including a bonus scheme and free meals.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year

Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Early access to new menus

Provided chef whites

Wagamama parties and VIP events

National recognition as a wok star

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Create a caring environment for your team.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Financial Acumen

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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 help us nourish from bowl to 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 continuous coaching and development, drive restaurant performance, and ensure excellent results.

What you do:

• Create a caring environment where your team feels supported and valued, promoting a coaching culture.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards, supporting your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards; understand financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick, effective 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 with a caring, supportive approach.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Financial acumen in managing kitchen costs and performance.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
• Ability to think quickly and solve problems proactively.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme up to £3,000/year
• Access to up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Provided chef whites
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a wok star

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.

*Tips are distributed to teams; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.