Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Bournemouth is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. The role involves fostering a positive work environment, maintaining high food safety standards, and managing kitchen operations efficiently. Ideal candidates will have experience in fast-paced kitchens and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Benefits include a bonus scheme, flexible pay options, and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave

Uniforms provided

Company parties and recognition programs

Pension

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Ensure high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Bournemouth

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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 looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us in our mission 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 continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance, and delivering excellent results.

What you will do:

• Create a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety.
• Manage kitchen standards, including food safety, health, safety, and financial performance such as gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development.
• Be a proactive problem solver, making quick decisions when needed.

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 and considerate approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food safety and health standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage the team.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

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
• Family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave
• First to try new menus
• Uniforms provided
• Company parties and recognition programs

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant; they are not considered wages.