Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Nottingham. This role emphasizes leadership, team development, and maintaining high food standards. Candidates should excel in a fast-paced environment and be dedicated to guest experience. Attractive benefits include a bonus scheme and access to earnings before payday.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.

Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.

Free food on shift from our menu.

50% off outside work.

Industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.

Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Nottingham

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Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Nottingham, 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, with over 165 restaurants, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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, fostering a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering outstanding results.

If you |

• Focus on creating a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes. Prioritize nurturing and developing talent, role modeling a coaching culture within management.
• Are dedicated to ensuring an excellent guest experience, with every dish prepared to exceptional standards, either through your efforts or by empowering your team.
• Maintain impeccable food, health, and safety standards, and understand the financial aspects of a kitchen, including gross profit, stock control, and labor costs, proactively spotting opportunities.
• Build a coaching culture within your team, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering personal and professional growth.
• Are a forward-thinking problem solver, capable of quick decision-making and adaptability.

What we look for |

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, driving performance in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills, engaging with your team with consideration and care.
• Proven ability to uphold food, health, and safety standards.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock control.
• Experience managing labor costs and adapting to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to thrive in their roles and careers.
• Passion for creating an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone belongs.
• Ability to think proactively and make quick, effective decisions.

Wok’s in it for you |

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams; tips vary by restaurant and are discretionary).
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to our new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant; they are not guaranteed wages.