Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Manchester is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to inspire a positive kitchen environment and uphold high culinary standards. The role involves leading a kitchen team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and managing kitchen operations effectively. Join a dynamic team that values individuality and diversity, offering competitive benefits and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift and 50% off outside work

Industry-leading family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong communication skills with a caring, supportive approach.

Responsibilities

• Creating a caring and supportive environment for the team.
• Ensuring high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintaining food, health, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Manchester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Manchester, 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 individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and contribute to our mission to nourish 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 continuous coaching and development, driving restaurant performance, and achieving excellent results.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in dish preparation and team training.
• Maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial aspects like gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Building a coaching culture, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Problem-solving and making quick, effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.

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 a caring, supportive approach.
• Experience maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000/year
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Share of tips (tips are at guest discretion and not guaranteed)
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 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 and VIP guest events
• National recognition program: "Wok Star"

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.