Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Senior Sous Chef in Warrington. The role involves leading a kitchen team, maintaining high food safety standards, and fostering a positive work environment. Competitive benefits include a bonus scheme and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream

Free food on shift, 50% outside of work for friends and family

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 experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a positive environment for the team and guests.
• Managing food, health, and safety standards.
• Building a coaching culture within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

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Head Culinary Strategist (Hiring Immediately), Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

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 personality over perfection. We are seeking 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 inspiring leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to achieve their best, while driving restaurant performance and delivering excellent results.

Responsibilities include:

• Fostering a positive environment where your team feels cared for and listened to, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent.
• Ensuring an exceptional guest experience by maintaining high standards in food preparation and safety, and equipping your team with necessary skills and mindset.
• Managing food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Building a coaching culture within your team, working with the Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development, fostering both personal and professional growth.
• Being a forward-thinking problem solver, making quick decisions and thinking on your feet.

What we look for:

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong communication skills with a caring approach, ensuring your team feels supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards in food, health, safety, and financial management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage teams to flourish in their roles and careers.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and belongs.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, effective decisions.

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 (tips go directly to teams, vary by restaurant, at guests' discretion)
• Free food on shift, 50% outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents or adopters
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our national recognition program

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

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