Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Senior Sous Chef in Liverpool, where you'll inspire your team and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You'll lead kitchen operations, maintain high standards in food safety, and foster a supportive work culture. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and discounts.

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, 50% discount outside work.

Paid parental leave.

Recognition programs.

Pension.

Holidays.

Training.

Gym memberships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support the team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Wagamama

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 on our journey to nourish both body and 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 achieving excellent results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, nurturing talent, and role modeling a coaching culture.
• Dedication to delivering an exceptional guest experience, ensuring high standards in dish preparation and team skills.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial metrics like gross profit, stock control, and labor costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• 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 genuine conversations that ensure your team feels supported.
• Experience maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial performance.
• Ability to manage labor costs and respond to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Forward-thinking and adaptable problem-solving skills.

Wag’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 (tips vary by restaurant; tips are guest discretionary and not guaranteed).
• Free food on shift, 50% discount outside work.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid parental leave.
• First access to new menus, dry-cleaned chef whites, and exclusive events.
• Recognition programs and nationwide exposure as a Wok Star.
• Additional benefits: pension, holidays, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are entirely at guest discretion, vary by restaurant, and are not guaranteed wages.