Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Kingston upon Hull, where you'll lead a kitchen team, ensuring high standards and exceptional guest experiences. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a range of benefits, including bonuses and discounts.

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

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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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 our team and contribute to 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 coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

What You Bring |

• Ability to create a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to providing an exceptional guest experience, ensuring dishes meet high standards.
• Experience in maintaining food, health, and safety standards, and understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Focus on building a coaching culture, recruitment, and ongoing development within your team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What We Look For |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining standards and managing financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team.
• Commitment to inclusivity and respect within the team.
• Problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What’s In It For You |

• 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
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• Early access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• National recognition as a Wok Star

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.