Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead their kitchen team. The role involves driving performance, coaching staff, and ensuring high food and safety standards. With a focus on personal development and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced culinary setting.

Benefits

Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

Industry-leading family policy

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

National recognition as a Wok Star

Pension

Holiday

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Support in coaching and developing your team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cardiff, 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 difference and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support in coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported
• Knowledge of food, health, and safety standards, and understanding of kitchen financials including GP, stock, and labor costs
• Ability to build a coaching culture, focusing on recruitment and ongoing development
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick decisions

What we offer:

• Bonus scheme — up to £3,000 annually
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Tips shared among staff
• Free food on shift, plus 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a Wok Star

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 100% for the team; they vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages nor guaranteed.