Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Leeds seeks a Senior Sous Chef to inspire and lead a kitchen team. This role involves ensuring high standards in food preparation, team development, and guest experiences. Join a dynamic environment that values individuality and teamwork, with a focus on nurturing talent and delivering exceptional service.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before pay day via Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for your team and guests.
• Driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. We are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to nourishing both body and 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 coaching and developing your team to excel while driving restaurant performance and achieving excellent results.

What You Bring:

• A focus on creating a caring, listening environment that celebrates successes and nurtures talent, role-modeling a coaching culture.
• A dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences, ensuring high standards in dish preparation and team skill development.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• A commitment to building a strong, professional team through recruitment and ongoing development.
• A proactive 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 environment.
• Strong communication skills, with an ability to have thoughtful, supportive conversations.
• Proven ability to maintain high standards in food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including GP and stock management.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams, fostering inclusivity and respect.
• A forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before pay day via Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are guest discretionary, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies
• First access to new menus
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

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

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% distributed to our teams; actual tips vary and are at guest discretion, not guaranteed or considered wages.