Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Bradford. The role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring high standards in food preparation, and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on team development and guest satisfaction. Benefits include an annual bonus, flexible pay options, and a family-friendly policy.

Benefits

Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday with Wagestream

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant individuals

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Regular Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills for supportive conversations.
• Proven experience in maintaining high food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment celebrating successes and nurturing talent.
• Ensure outstanding guest experience by maintaining high food preparation standards.
• Maintain food, health, and safety standards while managing costs.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Bradford

Client: Wagamama

Location: Bradford, 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 personality over perfection, embracing diversity across our 165+ restaurants. We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission of nourishing 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, drive restaurant performance, and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create a positive, caring environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role-modeling a coaching culture within the management team.
• Ensure an outstanding guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and equipping 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, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Build a strong team through recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Be a forward-thinking problem solver capable of quick decision-making.

What We Look For:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to have considerate and supportive conversations.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards for food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financial performance, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Benefits:

• Up to £3,000 annual bonus scheme.
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (tips vary by restaurant; tips are guest discretionary and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift from our menu, and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided each shift.
• Regular Wagamama parties with VIP guests.
• National recognition as a 'Wok Star'.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

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